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AE11 HNW

2011 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,951 mi
Last recorded12,951 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE11 HNW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2026 12,951 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2020 12,877 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

electric wiring under bike chaffed through

indicator flash rate inconsistent

Fail 6 Nov 2020 12,875 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

electric wiring under bike chaffed through

indicator flash rate inconsistent

Pass 14 Aug 2019 10,236 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cut width ways (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock ram and spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 10,236 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cut width ways (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock ram and spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2016 8,621 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 7,034 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear brake slightly long travel

Pass 24 May 2014 954 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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AE11 HNW is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 8,408 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 AE11 HNW, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE11 HNW is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 August 2011.

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