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AP16 LNG

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,225 mi
Last recorded8,225 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 LNG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 8,225 miles

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

panel damage

Pass 11 Jan 2023 7,316 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 7,315 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements RELOCATION (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced FLASHING (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 7,292 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 6,601 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 6,601 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 2,372 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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AP16 LNG is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 8,281 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 AP16 LNG, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP16 LNG registered?

AP16 LNG is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 June 2016.

Is AP16 LNG safe to buy?

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