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SP51 FDU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,062 mi
Last recorded9,062 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 FDU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2011 9,062 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 9,062 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2010 9,062 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 18 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 5,777 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 5,774 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in front tyre

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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SP51 FDU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SP51 FDU, 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 SP51 FDU registered?

SP51 FDU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is SP51 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 FDU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP51 FDU have outstanding finance?

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