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SS16 FYH

2016 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

16,441 mi
Last recorded16,441 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS16 FYH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 16,441 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 16,440 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 14,068 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 14,068 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2022 14,067 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Front suspension fully compressed & no damping. (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 9,282 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 5,428 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 5,404 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 718 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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SS16 FYH is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SS16 FYH, 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 SS16 FYH registered?

SS16 FYH is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is SS16 FYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SS16 FYH shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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