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LF16 YJU

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,127 mi
Last recorded15,127 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF16 YJU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 15,127 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 15,127 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 12,448 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 9,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 9,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 8,502 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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LF16 YJU is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LF16 YJU, 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 LF16 YJU registered?

LF16 YJU is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2016.

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