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LD16 YTS

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,297 mi
Last recorded4,297 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD16 YTS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 4,297 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2025 4,297 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

rear brake lever bracket faulty

Front tyre pressure low

Pass 17 Dec 2024 3,643 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 2,816 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 2,803 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 2,795 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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LD16 YTS is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LD16 YTS, 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.

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What year was LD16 YTS registered?

LD16 YTS is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 April 2016.

Is LD16 YTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD16 YTS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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