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WA51 RXM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,505 mi
Last recorded16,505 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 RXM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2013 16,505 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 16,505 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 15,225 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,959 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 14,958 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 11,729 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,299 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 RXM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WA51 RXM, 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

How do I check the history of WA51 RXM?

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What year was WA51 RXM registered?

WA51 RXM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is WA51 RXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 RXM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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