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FX09 EHE

2009 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

53,099 mi
Last recorded53,099 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 EHE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 53,099 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 53,099 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 47,107 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 44,157 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 41,759 miles

rear suspension has slightly reduced damping

Pass 8 Dec 2020 38,203 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 38,199 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 35,294 miles

FRONT MUDGUARD CRACKED BUT NOT INSECURE

FRONT PANNEL LOOSE

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 May 2019 35,294 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim not tested Main beam is lower than dipped beam. (4.1.2 (b))

Front Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel loose. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front mudguard cracked. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 May 2019 35,294 miles

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

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front mudguard cracked but not insecure

front panel loose

Pass 5 May 2018 33,800 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,939 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 27,691 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 25,052 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 25,052 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 8 May 2014 23,815 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 21,375 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 21,375 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 2 May 2012 17,586 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 17,586 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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FX09 EHE is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FX09 EHE, 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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FX09 EHE is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 May 2009.

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