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Y151 PKW

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

1,863 mi
Last recorded1,863 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY151 PKW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 1,863 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 1,850 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 1,842 miles

Head-bearings slightly notchy

Pass 11 Jul 2017 1,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 1,815 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 1,815 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 1,774 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 1,704 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 1,475 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 1,232 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 1,109 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 894 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 629 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 166 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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Y151 PKW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y151 PKW, 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 Y151 PKW registered?

Y151 PKW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 August 2001.

Is Y151 PKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y151 PKW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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