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Y533 HDT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,876 mi
Last recorded11,876 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY533 HDT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 11,876 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 11,876 miles

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 11,876 miles

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 11,877 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 11,874 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 6,093 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 6,093 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 6,072 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 5,923 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,686 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 5,517 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 5,494 miles

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

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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Y533 HDT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y533 HDT, 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

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What year was Y533 HDT registered?

Y533 HDT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y533 HDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y533 HDT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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