Piaggio Zip (2009)
2009 Piaggio Zip
CarHunch analysed 866 real MOT records for the 2009 Piaggio Zip. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Piaggio ZIP passes its MOT on first attempt only 70.4% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, which suggests these scooters need closer pre-test attention than most vehicles. Roughly one in seven (14.2%) will have encountered a dangerous defect at some point, a concerning rate for a vehicle that should be straightforward.
At just over 9,000 miles median, these scooters are lightly used for their age, yet they're still averaging 1.23 failures and 3.1 advisories per test—pointing to wear issues that aren't simply down to hard miles. If you're considering one, budget for remedial work before the test and expect ongoing maintenance surprises; the low pass rate isn't a deal-breaker, but it's a signal to factor in repair costs rather than assume a cheap runaround.
What to check before buying a 2009 Piaggio Zip
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 864 | 70.3% | 1.24 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Piaggio Zip vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Piaggio Zip vehicles fall between 5,639 and 12,861 miles.
2009 Piaggio Zip — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 65 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (14% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 Piaggio Zip
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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20.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.8%
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam
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15.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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12.9%
Steering movement slightly 'notchy'
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12.7%
Headlamp aim too high
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10.7%
Exhaust slightly deteriorated
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10.5%
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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