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AU58 EKM

2008 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,187 mi
Last recorded8,187 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 EKM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 8,187 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

rear exhaust becoming corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2018 8,116 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,845 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 7,826 miles

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

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 6,831 miles

rear indicator bulbs becoming faded

Pass 5 May 2015 6,461 miles

Both rear indicators becoming faded.

Fail 21 Apr 2015 6,457 miles

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

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

Both rear indicators becoming faded.

Pass 12 Mar 2014 6,168 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 5,392 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 4,318 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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AU58 EKM is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AU58 EKM, 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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What year was AU58 EKM registered?

AU58 EKM is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2008.

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