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VX51 ZRL

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,221 mi
Last recorded33,221 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 ZRL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 33,221 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 32,740 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 28,835 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 19,879 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 13,490 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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VX51 ZRL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZRL, 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 ZRL registered?

VX51 ZRL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 November 2001.

Is VX51 ZRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 ZRL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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