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MX51 FAO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,847 mi
Last recorded20,847 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 FAO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 20,847 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 21 Oct 2011 20,838 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Lower Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2010 20,546 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 19,013 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 16,955 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 15,843 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 14,046 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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MX51 FAO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MX51 FAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX51 FAO registered?

MX51 FAO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is MX51 FAO safe to buy?

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