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VX59 EXV

2009 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

13,369 mi
Last recorded13,369 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX59 EXV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 13,369 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 13,369 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 13,369 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 13,369 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 13,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 13,369 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 13,369 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 13,369 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2020 13,369 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 13,369 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe rotten (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake grabbing severely pivot needs lube (1.2.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure speedo cable insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel tap (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Indicator switch faulty on left turn (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 13,369 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2019 13,369 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obscured by "l" plate (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 13,369 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 13,369 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 13,369 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 13,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking could just be cap but suspect tap leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised ********** may need replacing *********** (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2016 13,369 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 13,369 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2015 13,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 May 2015 13,369 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,369 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 13,369 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 13,369 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 11,174 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 11,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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VX59 EXV is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,449 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 VX59 EXV, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX59 EXV registered?

VX59 EXV is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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