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FH15 BJE

2015 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

17,274 mi
Last recorded17,274 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH15 BJE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 17,274 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 17,274 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 17,238 miles

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

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))

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Riders seat with a defective supporting structure no seat lock (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

battery loose

Pass 27 Jun 2024 16,966 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 16,963 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 15,826 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 15,826 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 14,608 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 14,578 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 12,676 miles

no mirrors fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2019 12,676 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

no mirrors fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2018 10,475 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 10,472 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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FH15 BJE is a 2015 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 FH15 BJE, 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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FH15 BJE is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 June 2015.

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