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Y16 OTB

2012 Piaggio Zip

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,434 mi
Last recorded131,434 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY16 OTB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 131,434 miles

Coil spring corroded corrosion both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive washer fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f tyre has very deep cuts inner and outer walls , recommend replace (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 131,434 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded corrosion both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive washer fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords very deep cuts ,inner and outer walls ,recommend replace (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 131,434 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded corrosion both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive washer fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords very deep cuts ,inner and outer walls ,recommend replace (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 7,718 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 128,091 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play in joint between arm and ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 6,750 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 122,632 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 122,612 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 115,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 107,507 miles

Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 99,819 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 99,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 93,492 miles

All tyre valve stems deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 93,489 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

All tyre valve stems deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 90,015 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 6,680 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 86,144 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 6,210 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 70,125 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 5,646 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 50,204 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 5,108 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 32,918 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 32,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 4,880 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 4,702 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 4,205 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 3,392 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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Y16 OTB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 Y16 OTB, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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Y16 OTB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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