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GY16 YYL

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,160 mi
Last recorded19,160 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY16 YYL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 19,160 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 19,160 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 18,910 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2022 18,910 miles

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

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

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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GY16 YYL is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GY16 YYL, 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 GY16 YYL registered?

GY16 YYL is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is GY16 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY16 YYL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY16 YYL have outstanding finance?

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