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LT16 YXM

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,159 mi
Last recorded23,159 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 YXM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 23,159 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 23,148 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre underinflated

Pass 29 Apr 2025 20,662 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 19,753 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 19,753 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 15,617 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 12,247 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 8,934 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 5,070 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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LT16 YXM is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LT16 YXM, 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 LT16 YXM registered?

LT16 YXM is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is LT16 YXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 YXM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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