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EU59 FZO

2009 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,545 mi
Last recorded27,545 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU59 FZO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 27,545 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 27,505 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 27,467 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 27,434 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 27,416 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 27,360 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 27,297 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 27,213 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 27,154 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 27,104 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 26,630 miles

Central Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 26,543 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 24,827 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 23,116 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 18,450 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 18,282 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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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EU59 FZO is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 EU59 FZO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU59 FZO registered?

EU59 FZO is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is EU59 FZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU59 FZO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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