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Y431 NLD

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,055 mi
Last recorded16,055 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY431 NLD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 16,055 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 16,055 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,026 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 15,706 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 15,249 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,708 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 12,476 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 12,740 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 10,920 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 7,747 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 5,237 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 4,419 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 2,978 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 2,975 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 2,975 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 2,645 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 2,381 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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Y431 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 Y431 NLD, 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.

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What year was Y431 NLD registered?

Y431 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y431 NLD safe to buy?

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