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YF15 PXO

2015 Piaggio Zip

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,099 mi
Last recorded14,099 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF15 PXO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 14,099 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 14,099 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 14,061 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 14,061 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

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

ignition does not turn enging off.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 8,271 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight oil leak

slight play in steering head stock bearing

Fail 5 Jul 2019 8,271 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight oil leak

slight play in steering head stock bearing

Pass 17 May 2018 8,071 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 8,071 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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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YF15 PXO is a 2015 Piaggio Zip in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2015 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 8,926 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 YF15 PXO, 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 11 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 YF15 PXO registered?

YF15 PXO is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 May 2015.

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