CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y37 KGO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

22,861 mi
Last recorded22,861 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY37 KGO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 22,861 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 22,856 miles

rear side light part working

slight play rear wheel bearing

Fail 20 Sep 2019 22,856 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear side light part working

slight play rear wheel bearing

Pass 29 Apr 2017 21,440 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 21,437 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 31,639 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 31,639 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 24,303 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 23,662 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 22,205 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 20,085 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 18,080 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 18,068 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2010 16,593 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 15,385 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 15,338 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,257 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 13,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2007 11,729 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 9,450 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 7,322 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2005 7,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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
Full Piaggio Zip reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y37 KGO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,228 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 Y37 KGO, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y37 KGO?

You can check the full history of Y37 KGO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y37 KGO registered?

Y37 KGO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y37 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y37 KGO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y37 KGO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y37 KGO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.