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RF16 EVJ

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,814 mi
Last recorded12,814 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF16 EVJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 12,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 12,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,314 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 12,311 miles

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

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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RF16 EVJ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 RF16 EVJ, 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 RF16 EVJ registered?

RF16 EVJ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is RF16 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF16 EVJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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