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FJ58 FZU

2009 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,271 mi
Last recorded5,271 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 FZU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 5,271 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 9,722 miles

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

front mudgaurd missing

no light onto number plate

Pass 10 Jul 2014 9,722 miles

front mudgaurd missing

no light onto number plate

Pass 31 Jul 2013 9,628 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

rear mudguard damaged/loose

Pass 1 Aug 2012 9,628 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

no mirrors fitted at time

no number plate light fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2012 9,628 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

ignition switch faulty

no mirrors fitted

no number plate light fitted at time of test

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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FJ58 FZU is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FJ58 FZU, 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 FJ58 FZU registered?

FJ58 FZU is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 January 2009.

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The MOT history for FJ58 FZU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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