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AY08 FGC

2008 Piaggio Zip 100

Blue Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,928 mi
Last recorded17,928 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip 1009,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 FGC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip 100
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 17,928 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2020 17,928 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 17,928 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 17,928 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 16,324 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 16,324 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 14,328 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 12,020 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,689 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 8,061 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,353 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 4,583 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip 100?

Based on 1,249 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,067
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 21
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
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AY08 FGC is a 2008 Piaggio Zip 100 in Blue with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Zip 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 9,421 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 100 fails its MOT is direction indicator incorrect colour, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Zip 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 FGC registered?

AY08 FGC is a 2008 Piaggio Zip 100, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AY08 FGC safe to buy?

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