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VO17 VHB

2017 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2017 Piaggio Zip7,262 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO17 VHB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Front mirrors missing

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2025

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyre under inflated

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

no mirrors fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2025

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyre under inflated

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

no mirrors fitted

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 16,481 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2021 15,638 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 15,638 miles

Front Lower Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2020

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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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VO17 VHB is a 2017 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 7,262 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 VO17 VHB, 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 9 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VO17 VHB registered?

VO17 VHB is a 2017 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 April 2017.

Is VO17 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO17 VHB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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