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VN15 VYC

2015 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,967 mi
Last recorded10,967 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN15 VYC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 10,967 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 9,484 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 7,313 miles

Nearside Front Indicator switch not complete but not preventing operation component.

Nearside Front Outer Fairing panel slightly damaged next to indicator housing but not affecting integrity of component.

Nearside Rear Airbox mount bolt missing causing component to be slightly insecure.

Pass 4 Jul 2022 1,619 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 1,619 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 775 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 775 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 219 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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VN15 VYC is a 2015 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 8,926 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 VN15 VYC, 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 11 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN15 VYC?

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What year was VN15 VYC registered?

VN15 VYC is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 June 2015.

Is VN15 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN15 VYC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN15 VYC have outstanding finance?

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