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GX09 JDO

2009 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,262 mi
Last recorded18,262 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 JDO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 18,262 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also perished & over 10 years old. (5.2.3 (e))

Front wheel arch trim partially insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle.

General corrosion to frame & underside.

Oil warning light on but oiling system appears to have been disconnected.

Traces of fuel/oil around carb, hoses & fuel tank but not leaking at time of test.

Fail 11 Oct 2023 18,260 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated Also has slight play. (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also perished & over 10 years old. (5.2.3 (e))

Front wheel arch trim partially insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle.

General corrosion to frame & underside.

Oil warning light on but oiling system appears to have been disconnected.

Traces of fuel/oil around carb, hoses & fuel tank but not leaking at time of test.

Pass 16 Mar 2022 18,265 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 17,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 17,407 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp battery dead (4.4.3 (b))

Front Brake component inadequately mounted brake pipe (1.1.21 (c))

Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp battery dead (4.3.3 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested both filaments light up-wired incorrectly (4.1.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements battery dead (7.7 (c))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn engine mount pivot bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn engine mount pivot bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp battery dead (4.3.3 (b))

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire carb not attached to engine correctly (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2015 2,321 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 1,714 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 1,708 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 May 2013 1,567 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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GX09 JDO is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX09 JDO, 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 GX09 JDO registered?

GX09 JDO is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 April 2009.

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