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AO62 RZB

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,816 mi
Last recorded21,816 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 RZB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2023 21,816 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected centering (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

FLYWHEEL EXPOSED COVER REQUIRED

Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,800 miles

front muduard missing

Pass 17 Jun 2021 15,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 11,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 10,349 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 10,348 miles

advised centre stand worn

advised exhaust been repaired

advised exhaust blowing manifold

advised exhaust slighly noisey

advised front tyre low

advised no mirror fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2018 10,348 miles

Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel rear (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

advised front tyre low

Pass 8 Apr 2017 9,289 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre slightly perished

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 9,289 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre slightly perished

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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AO62 RZB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AO62 RZB, 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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AO62 RZB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 December 2012.

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