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OU51 PVY

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,448 mi
Last recorded12,448 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 PVY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2020 12,448 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced BULB OR WIRING FAULT. (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front MUDGAURD MISSING.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired LENSE DAMAGED. (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 11,553 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 11,318 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

one of two rear lights not working

Pass 4 Sep 2018 6,623 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 17,888 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 16,970 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 10,229 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 4,894 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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OU51 PVY is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU51 PVY, 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 OU51 PVY registered?

OU51 PVY is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is OU51 PVY safe to buy?

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