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FM14 FBJ

2014 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,899 mi
Last recorded2,899 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2014 Piaggio Zip8,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM14 FBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 2,899 miles

Central Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Rear tyre valve starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 2,899 miles

Central Front Tyre is unsuitable Front tyre direction incorrectly (5.2.3 (a))

Central Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Rear tyre valve starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 2,385 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 1,538 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim 1-2mm warp (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 1,099 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 1,009 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 1,009 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 894 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 894 miles

Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected STEERING BEARINGS NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2017 814 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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FM14 FBJ is a 2014 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2014 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 8,521 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 FM14 FBJ, 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 12 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FM14 FBJ registered?

FM14 FBJ is a 2014 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 July 2014.

Is FM14 FBJ safe to buy?

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