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FG15 KCU

2015 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,428 mi
Last recorded28,428 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG15 KCU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 28,428 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 19,126 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2022 19,126 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 15,373 miles

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

all plastic on bike broken secure borderline

Pass 7 Aug 2020 13,312 miles

CHASSIS COVERED WITH PLASTICS

Rear STOP LAMP CHIPPED ON TOP BUT NOT SHOWING WHITE LIGHT

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 12,026 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 7,453 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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FG15 KCU is a 2015 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FG15 KCU, 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.

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What year was FG15 KCU registered?

FG15 KCU is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 April 2015.

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