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Y814 RTU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

7,030 mi
Last recorded7,030 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY814 RTU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 7,030 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 7,030 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 7,030 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 7,030 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 7,030 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 7,030 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 7,030 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 7,030 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 7,030 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 7,030 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,030 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 7,030 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 6,836 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 6,199 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 5,957 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,626 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 5,301 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight 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
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Y814 RTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 Y814 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 Y814 RTU registered?

Y814 RTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y814 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y814 RTU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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