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RK14 OVU

2014 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,968 mi
Last recorded13,968 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Piaggio Zip8,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK14 OVU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 13,968 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 13,931 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2024 13,123 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 12,051 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 10,368 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 9,098 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 8,005 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 8,005 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear tyre flat

Pass 21 Feb 2018 6,402 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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RK14 OVU is a 2014 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2014 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 8,521 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RK14 OVU, 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 12 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK14 OVU registered?

RK14 OVU is a 2014 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 March 2014.

Is RK14 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK14 OVU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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