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FJ09 RHX

2009 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,624 mi
Last recorded19,624 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 RHX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 19,624 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 19,615 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Front Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 19,596 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 16,724 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 16,724 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 14,850 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 12,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 3 Apr 2017 12,211 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,323 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 7,050 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 4,152 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 2,218 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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FJ09 RHX is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FJ09 RHX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ09 RHX registered?

FJ09 RHX is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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