MOT Status
ValidMileage
20,507 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim unable to be 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 Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BG16 YZS is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 BG16 YZS, 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 BG16 YZS registered?
BG16 YZS is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 May 2016.
Is BG16 YZS safe to buy?
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