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FJ09 FUG

2009 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,018 mi
Last recorded12,018 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 FUG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 12,018 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2022 12,018 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))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 11,154 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2021 11,154 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2020 11,154 miles

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

speedo cable broken

Fail 18 Mar 2020 11,154 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated front brake pads corroded (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 11,154 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 9,793 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Oct 2017 9,793 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Feb 2016 7,107 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 4,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 4,734 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 1,324 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 43 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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FJ09 FUG is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FJ09 FUG, 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 FJ09 FUG registered?

FJ09 FUG is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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