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X819 CFJ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

11,900 mi
Last recorded11,900 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX819 CFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2012 11,900 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 11,900 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 9,486 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 9,486 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 8,127 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 8,072 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2009 8,071 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 6,873 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2008 6,872 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 1,447 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2006 1,447 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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X819 CFJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 X819 CFJ, 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 X819 CFJ registered?

X819 CFJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 January 2001.

Is X819 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X819 CFJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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