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W117 YGJ

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,258 mi
Last recorded16,258 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW117 YGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 16,258 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 14,016 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016

no front mudguard fitted

no speedometer fitted

Pass 2 May 2015 16,303 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 May 2015 16,303 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Fail 1 May 2015 16,303 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 14,268 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 13,809 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 13,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 11,961 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 11,961 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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W117 YGJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,541 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 W117 YGJ, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W117 YGJ registered?

W117 YGJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W117 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W117 YGJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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