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LF51 WXA

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,803 mi
Last recorded6,803 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 WXA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 6,803 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,919 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2009 5,907 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 5,154 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 5,154 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 5,152 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 5,152 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 4,538 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 4,538 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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 WXA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WXA, 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 WXA registered?

LF51 WXA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 December 2001.

Is LF51 WXA safe to buy?

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