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WR16 VLG

2016 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,631 mi
Last recorded10,631 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Zip8,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR16 VLG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 10,631 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2026 10,631 miles

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 aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 3,975 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 3,748 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 3,275 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 2,901 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 2,895 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 2,702 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 2,358 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (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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WR16 VLG is a 2016 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WR16 VLG, 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 WR16 VLG registered?

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

Is WR16 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR16 VLG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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