CarVerify

Free Car Check

VK11 NPV

2011 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,278 mi
Last recorded11,278 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK11 NPV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 11,278 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 5,265 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 5,248 miles

Front Tyre has slight cracking.

Rear damping rod has slight pitting.

Pass 22 Aug 2014 5,189 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 5,189 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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
Full Piaggio Zip reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VK11 NPV is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VK11 NPV, 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

How do I check the history of VK11 NPV?

You can check the full history of VK11 NPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VK11 NPV registered?

VK11 NPV is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 June 2011.

Is VK11 NPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK11 NPV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK11 NPV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VK11 NPV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.