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LF13 LDL

2013 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,889 mi
Last recorded34,889 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 LDL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 34,889 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 34,869 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 34,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 34,869 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 34,869 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam not working in centre (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 34,185 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 34,185 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged rear cable broken (1.1.15 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 32,655 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 31,946 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 31,946 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 27,519 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 23,261 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 23,261 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 18,824 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 14,216 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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LF13 LDL is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 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 LF13 LDL, 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 13 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 LF13 LDL registered?

LF13 LDL is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is LF13 LDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 LDL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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