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WM16 XWZ

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,538 mi
Last recorded10,538 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM16 XWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 10,538 miles

Rear tyre slight age related cracking

Pass 8 Aug 2024 10,278 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 9,260 miles

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 7,945 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 6,498 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 5,134 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 4,178 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 4,178 miles

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

Exhaust noisy borderline (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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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WM16 XWZ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WM16 XWZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM16 XWZ registered?

WM16 XWZ is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is WM16 XWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM16 XWZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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