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WA51 GXM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,833 mi
Last recorded17,833 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 GXM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jan 2021 17,833 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension has slight loss of damping

No indicators fitted (moped)

Oil leak from 2 stroke oil supply

Steering operation slightly stiff

Steering lock stops ineffective

Pass 5 Jul 2019 14,865 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 11,623 miles

frame to engine mounting rubbers worn

Pass 5 May 2017 11,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 May 2016 11,563 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 3 May 2016 11,563 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2015 11,555 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 2 May 2014 11,547 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2013 10,308 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 7,370 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 5,074 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 5,074 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 5,057 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2005 4,685 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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WA51 GXM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WA51 GXM, 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 WA51 GXM registered?

WA51 GXM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is WA51 GXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 GXM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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