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LJ58 MJY

2009 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,820 mi
Last recorded36,820 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2020
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 MJY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2020 36,820 miles

centre stand worn

Fail 16 Apr 2020 36,808 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

centre stand worn

Pass 13 Jul 2018 35,528 miles

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

poor running - advise further investigation

reduced damping effect on front suspension

Pass 12 Oct 2016 30,292 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 21,539 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 21,531 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 25,449 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,529 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 14,900 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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LJ58 MJY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ58 MJY, 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 LJ58 MJY registered?

LJ58 MJY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 February 2009.

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