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Y781 RTU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

2,316 mi
Last recorded2,316 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY781 RTU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 2,316 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 2,299 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 2,274 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 2,247 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 2,204 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 2,191 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 2,191 miles

Rear Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 2,175 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 2,175 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 2,165 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 2,165 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 2,052 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 1,963 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 1,868 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 1,855 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 1,855 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 1,728 miles

Centre Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 1,728 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 1,652 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 1,611 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 1,414 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 1,283 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 1,218 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 953 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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Y781 RTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 Y781 RTU, 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 Y781 RTU registered?

Y781 RTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 July 2001.

Is Y781 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y781 RTU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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