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PF16 XWO

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,807 mi
Last recorded17,807 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF16 XWO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 17,807 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 16,713 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 16,713 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2023 14,970 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 13,402 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 12,184 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 11,325 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 9,459 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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PF16 XWO is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PF16 XWO, 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 PF16 XWO registered?

PF16 XWO is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 July 2016.

Is PF16 XWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF16 XWO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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