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AE61 FWV

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,927 mi
Last recorded16,927 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE61 FWV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 16,927 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 14,892 miles

Front front tyre starting to perish

Fail 13 Aug 2021 14,772 miles

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

Front front tyre is perishing

Pass 14 Aug 2020 13,049 miles

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

headlamp is dim on tick over

Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,551 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2019 11,551 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 9,970 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 9,569 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 8,296 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied front (3.1.3c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied rear (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 7,054 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied front brake (3.1.3c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied rear brake (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 4,605 miles

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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AE61 FWV is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 AE61 FWV, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE61 FWV registered?

AE61 FWV is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is AE61 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE61 FWV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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