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AU11 EAC

2011 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,886 mi
Last recorded23,886 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU11 EAC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 23,886 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 23,157 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of frame and engine mounting bracket. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 21,880 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 21,880 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced One bulb was not working, and other not bright through deterioration, (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 19,825 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Road spring corroded Rear shock absorber spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 19,825 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Road spring corroded Rear shock absorber spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 17,598 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 17,598 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 15,359 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 13,611 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 11,628 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 9,113 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven and close to limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2018 9,113 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn uneven and close to limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 7,993 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 6,911 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 5,162 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 4,381 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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AU11 EAC is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU11 EAC, 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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AU11 EAC is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 May 2011.

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