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YX09 GUG

2009 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,132 mi
Last recorded21,132 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 GUG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 21,132 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 21,132 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 18,587 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 15,891 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 15,891 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,973 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 13,973 miles

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

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

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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YX09 GUG is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,449 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 YX09 GUG, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX09 GUG registered?

YX09 GUG is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 July 2009.

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