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PN09 FKY

2009 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,125 mi
Last recorded22,125 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN09 FKY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 22,125 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 22,125 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 22,087 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 22,009 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 17,397 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 11,470 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 11,418 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 9,054 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 6,351 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 519 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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PN09 FKY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 PN09 FKY, 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 PN09 FKY registered?

PN09 FKY is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is PN09 FKY safe to buy?

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