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LF51 WPK

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,717 mi
Last recorded13,717 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 WPK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 13,717 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 8,958 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2014 8,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2012 8,906 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 8,895 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2011 7,008 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 6,999 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 5,186 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 16,737 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 14,199 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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LF51 WPK is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,228 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF51 WPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF51 WPK registered?

LF51 WPK is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is LF51 WPK safe to buy?

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