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HW15 FDM

2015 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,727 mi
Last recorded33,727 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW15 FDM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 33,727 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 33,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 30,713 miles

Front tyre worn unevenly and close to limit

Pass 27 Mar 2023 27,981 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 23,024 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 17,569 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 16,928 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm, tread worn slightly uneven (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre, tread worn slightly uneven

Pass 30 Mar 2019 13,734 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 11,776 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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HW15 FDM is a 2015 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HW15 FDM, 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 HW15 FDM registered?

HW15 FDM is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 March 2015.

Is HW15 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW15 FDM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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