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AP12 EPA

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 EPA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019

no lighs fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Sep 2017 17,010 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 26 Sep 2017 17,010 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 11,798 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 11,797 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 9,125 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 9,125 miles

Brake lever is inoperative excessive travel on rear brake (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable under inflated (4.1.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Tyre is unsuitable worn uneven>leaving outer edge of tyre lipped (4.1.1) 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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AP12 EPA is a 2012 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 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 AP12 EPA, 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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AP12 EPA is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 August 2012.

Is AP12 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 EPA 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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