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AP65 NTJ

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,539 mi
Last recorded10,539 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP65 NTJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 10,539 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 10,540 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 10,540 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 10,540 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 10,542 miles

small oil leak underside frame/floor runner

Fail 23 Feb 2023 10,542 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low Adjuster screw not working (4.1.2 (a))

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced Tail lamp has one of the two 5 watt bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nail in tyre Screw in front tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Only visable tread showing. Ok relating to MOT requirements but I would advise replacement. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 10,444 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 10,444 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 6,653 miles

small oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2021 6,653 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

small oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2020 3,619 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 2,128 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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AP65 NTJ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP65 NTJ, 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 AP65 NTJ registered?

AP65 NTJ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 February 2016.

Is AP65 NTJ safe to buy?

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