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FJ59 VEV

2009 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

26,243 mi
Last recorded26,243 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 VEV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 26,243 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 26,243 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 26,253 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 25,720 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 21,971 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 21,971 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 21,965 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 18,946 miles

Advise headlamp could be brighter

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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FJ59 VEV is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FJ59 VEV, 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 FJ59 VEV registered?

FJ59 VEV is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is FJ59 VEV safe to buy?

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