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LR66 HGZ

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,120 mi
Last recorded11,120 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR66 HGZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 11,120 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 9,907 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 9,907 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 8,134 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 3,341 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 713 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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LR66 HGZ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 8,281 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 LR66 HGZ, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LR66 HGZ registered?

LR66 HGZ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 December 2016.

Is LR66 HGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR66 HGZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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