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OV51 GTZ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,188 mi
Last recorded17,188 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 GTZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2008 17,188 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 15,993 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 15,993 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 15,417 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 15,406 miles

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

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

rear tyre down to wear marker ,still has visable tread

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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OV51 GTZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OV51 GTZ, 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 OV51 GTZ registered?

OV51 GTZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is OV51 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 GTZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV51 GTZ have outstanding finance?

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