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WM16 XYC

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,459 mi
Last recorded15,459 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM16 XYC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 15,459 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 13,457 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 13,457 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 6,158 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 6,158 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 25kg fluctuation on front brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 4,679 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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 XYC is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WM16 XYC, 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 XYC registered?

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

Is WM16 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM16 XYC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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