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VX51 EYM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,839 mi
Last recorded12,839 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 EYM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,839 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 12,839 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2009 8,910 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 11 Aug 2009 8,910 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 8,908 miles

Centre stand pivot worn

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

front N/S fairing cracked

signs of oil leak N/S

Pass 29 Nov 2006 8,406 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 8,406 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2006 8,406 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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VX51 EYM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VX51 EYM, 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 VX51 EYM registered?

VX51 EYM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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