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GX09 KMY

2009 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,804 mi
Last recorded6,804 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 KMY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 6,804 miles

Front front brake lever needs adjustment or repair lever travel close to limit

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

no mirrors fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2024 6,496 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 6,496 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 6,496 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 6,233 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 May 2022 6,233 miles

Fuel cap ineffective Seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 5,287 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 5,028 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 3,233 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,529 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 2,340 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 2,340 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 2,189 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 2,092 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 1,953 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 May 2013 1,953 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 KMY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX09 KMY, 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 KMY registered?

GX09 KMY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is GX09 KMY safe to buy?

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