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AU12 NDO

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,609 mi
Last recorded16,609 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 NDO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 16,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake hose not clipped to mudguard, as designed.

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 16,609 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake hose not clipped to front fender as designed.

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 10,934 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre perished, I advise replacement before condition worsens.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 8,590 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 6,066 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 6,065 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 10 May 2021 6,065 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 6,065 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 6,065 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 6,065 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 6,065 miles

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

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

Rear rear tyre underinflated

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2015 6,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

speedo not working at time of test

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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AU12 NDO is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 AU12 NDO, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU12 NDO registered?

AU12 NDO is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is AU12 NDO safe to buy?

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