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AY62 AUT

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,732 mi
Last recorded39,732 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY62 AUT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 39,732 miles

Indicator switch has damage but still works

Fail 28 Nov 2025 39,732 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch has damage but still works

Pass 16 Oct 2024 30,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 22,320 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very near the wear limit. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 22,320 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very near the wear limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 17,424 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 14,980 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 12,944 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 11,981 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 10,553 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 9,662 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 6,788 miles

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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AY62 AUT is a 2012 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 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 AY62 AUT, 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 AY62 AUT registered?

AY62 AUT is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is AY62 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY62 AUT 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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