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W781 TJF

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,992 mi
Last recorded50,992 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW781 TJF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 50,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 48,772 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 46,267 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 44,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 40,891 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 40,891 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 38,947 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 36,176 miles

Front slightly perished

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2016 34,016 miles

Front Tyre Slightly Perished

Front Tyre worn unevenly

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 32,195 miles

Front Tyre Slightly Perished

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 31,698 miles

o/s indicator lens only held on by 1 screw 1 missing

Fail 18 Nov 2011 31,698 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

o/s indicator lens only held on by 1 screw 1 missing

Fail 31 Aug 2007 26,616 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 26,616 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,875 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 18,875 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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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W781 TJF is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 W781 TJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W781 TJF registered?

W781 TJF is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 August 2000.

Is W781 TJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W781 TJF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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