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WU51 NFV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,599 mi
Last recorded31,599 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 NFV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2013 31,599 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 31,599 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,599 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 31,599 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 28,577 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,577 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,378 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 14,822 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 7,086 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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WU51 NFV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WU51 NFV, 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 WU51 NFV registered?

WU51 NFV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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The MOT history for WU51 NFV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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