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RE16 XWW

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,708 mi
Last recorded14,708 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 XWW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 14,708 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Front fairing insecure

Fail 3 Nov 2025 14,708 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Front fairing insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2023 13,020 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 12,985 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2022 11,794 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 11,794 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 10,379 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2021 10,368 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 9,622 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 9,622 miles

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

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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RE16 XWW is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 RE16 XWW, 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 RE16 XWW registered?

RE16 XWW is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 August 2016.

Is RE16 XWW safe to buy?

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