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WR16 VLB

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,406 mi
Last recorded20,406 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR16 VLB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 20,406 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 20,120 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))

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

Nearside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear position light not working

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 16,598 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2021 16,598 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 14,695 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 11,272 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 11,264 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel front brake lever comes in to handlebar(SPONGY) (1.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel rear brake lever comes into handlebar (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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WR16 VLB is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WR16 VLB, 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.

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What year was WR16 VLB registered?

WR16 VLB is a 2016 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 April 2016.

Is WR16 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR16 VLB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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