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BX09 KVE

2009 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,726 mi
Last recorded43,726 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX09 KVE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 43,726 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated slight leak from corroded exhaust (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear swing arm mounts worn, will need replacing for next mot

Steering headbearing has slight free play Has too much free play in bearings may require replacing (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 43,692 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated slight leak from corroded exhaust (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear swing arm mounts worn, will need replacing for next mot

Steering headbearing has slight free play Has too much free play in bearings may require replacing (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 37,634 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 34,223 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 34,223 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 27,567 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 25,927 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 19,781 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,781 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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BX09 KVE is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,449 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 BX09 KVE, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX09 KVE registered?

BX09 KVE is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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