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YY12 XUK

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,335 mi
Last recorded12,335 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 XUK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 12,335 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2024 12,144 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 12,144 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 11,678 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced switch notchy (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake may need a service stiff movement (1.2.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 11,403 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2022 11,403 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 10,879 miles

indicator switch faulty

Pass 30 Jun 2020 10,424 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 10,304 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 9,953 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 9,525 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 8,161 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 8,161 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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YY12 XUK is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 YY12 XUK, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YY12 XUK registered?

YY12 XUK is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 August 2012.

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