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WA51 TUW

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,356 mi
Last recorded22,356 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 TUW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 22,356 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 21,844 miles

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

Rear tyre worn slightly uneven but still in service

Pass 20 Sep 2016 21,058 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 20,285 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 19,316 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 17,941 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 16,493 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 14,919 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 13,204 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,748 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 10,134 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 10,134 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 8,548 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 8,546 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,023 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 7,023 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 5,767 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 TUW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 TUW, 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 WA51 TUW registered?

WA51 TUW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is WA51 TUW safe to buy?

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