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KX61 GHF

2011 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,706 mi
Last recorded8,706 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX61 GHF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 8,706 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 8,258 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 7,928 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 7,524 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 7,006 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 7,006 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam also fitted new battery as well as bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 6,635 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 6,635 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 6,263 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced only slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2019 6,263 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced only slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear brake lever has poor reserve travel

Pass 7 Nov 2018 5,619 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 4,575 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded rear shock and spring slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 3,871 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 3,872 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 3,594 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 3,594 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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KX61 GHF is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 8,408 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 KX61 GHF, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX61 GHF registered?

KX61 GHF is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 December 2011.

Is KX61 GHF safe to buy?

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