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YL16 PNO

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,785 mi
Last recorded4,785 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 PNO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 4,785 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 9,041 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 9,014 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 3,993 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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YL16 PNO is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL16 PNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL16 PNO?

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What year was YL16 PNO registered?

YL16 PNO is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2016.

Is YL16 PNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL16 PNO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL16 PNO have outstanding finance?

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