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Y47 FYB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,764 mi
Last recorded16,764 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY47 FYB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 16,764 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,844 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 13,827 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 13,827 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering rear mudgaurd loose (2.1.2e)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 11,035 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 25 Jan 2007 11,004 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 23 Oct 2006 11,004 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Engine tickover high

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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Y47 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y47 FYB, 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 Y47 FYB registered?

Y47 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y47 FYB safe to buy?

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