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X89 WNU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,503 mi
Last recorded10,503 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2009
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX89 WNU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2009 10,503 miles

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

Number plate is cracked.

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

Silencer cracked.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 10,503 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Number plate is cracked.

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

Silencer cracked.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,196 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 9 Aug 2008 6,196 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 1,601 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2006 1,608 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

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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X89 WNU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X89 WNU, 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 X89 WNU registered?

X89 WNU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 January 2001.

Is X89 WNU safe to buy?

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