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GM16 TVU

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,056 mi
Last recorded14,056 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 TVU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 14,056 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 14,056 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2024 13,879 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 13,141 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 13,141 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 10,173 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 10,173 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 7,705 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 5,134 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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GM16 TVU is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 8,281 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 GM16 TVU, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GM16 TVU registered?

GM16 TVU is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 August 2016.

Is GM16 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 TVU shows 9 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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