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VX51 XMS

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

8,138 mi
Last recorded8,138 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 XMS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 8,138 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 7,641 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front suspension soft in operation

Pass 21 Nov 2012 7,641 miles

front suspension soft in operation

Pass 23 Nov 2011 7,488 miles

front suspension soft in operation

Pass 23 Nov 2010 7,447 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 7,447 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 6,879 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 5,777 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007
Fail 4 Oct 2007

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 4,802 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 4,274 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 3,141 miles

Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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 XMS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XMS, 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 VX51 XMS registered?

VX51 XMS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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