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LK51 HWC

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,181 mi
Last recorded20,181 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 HWC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 20,181 miles

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

mirror loose on nearside striped thread

Pass 19 Dec 2011 18,744 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 17,729 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 16,767 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 16,767 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 16,207 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 15,047 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 13,776 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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LK51 HWC is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK51 HWC, 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 LK51 HWC registered?

LK51 HWC is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LK51 HWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK51 HWC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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