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WU51 OZV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,036 mi
Last recorded23,036 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 OZV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,036 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bent centre stand

Pass 1 Sep 2014 20,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

front mudguard loose

Fail 1 Sep 2014 20,302 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nail in rear tyre

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

front mudguard loose

Fail 1 Dec 2012 19,550 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 19,550 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 19 Sep 2011 16,944 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 6,123 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 4,902 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 4,902 miles

Front Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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 OZV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OZV, 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 WU51 OZV registered?

WU51 OZV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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