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AU58 CFN

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,714 mi
Last recorded32,714 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 CFN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 32,714 miles

Rear shock has slightly reduced damping

Pass 24 Sep 2020 31,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 31,577 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,142 miles

Centre stand worn

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 33,142 miles

Centre stand worn

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 30,323 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 30,323 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,761 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 26,743 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 23,120 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 17,109 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2015 17,109 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 15,631 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,868 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 14,868 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 10,743 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear position, n/s bulb not working

Pass 3 Sep 2011 8,010 miles

cannot see front inner brake pad, i suspect pad is worn low because of condition of front disc surface and the noise it makes when rotated . caliper will need to be removed to check brake pad condition .

slight bind on front brake .

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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AU58 CFN is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 10,214 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 AU58 CFN, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU58 CFN is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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