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VU65 TFZ

2015 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,780 mi
Last recorded11,780 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2015 Piaggio Zip8,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU65 TFZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 11,780 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test.

Pass 2 Sep 2023 11,126 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 11,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 100/80/10 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

reg plate hanger bent

Fail 19 Aug 2021 11,087 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible 120/70/10 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 100/80/10 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

reg plate hanger bent

Pass 4 Aug 2020 7,503 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 7,503 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 5,839 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 4,297 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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VU65 TFZ 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 VU65 TFZ, 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

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What year was VU65 TFZ registered?

VU65 TFZ is a 2015 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 September 2015.

Is VU65 TFZ safe to buy?

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