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V49 JFM

1999 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,350 mi
Last recorded11,350 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV49 JFM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 11,350 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 May 2015 11,158 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear brake requires adjustment

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 4,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 May 2012 3,693 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 3,692 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear brake cable requires securing

Pass 27 Jul 2010 2,936 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 2,936 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 2,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Battery insecure

fairing pannels loose

steering bearings slightly loose

Pass 24 Jul 2009 1,473 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 1,473 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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V49 JFM is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 6,994 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 V49 JFM, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V49 JFM registered?

V49 JFM is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 September 1999.

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