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AY08 FJE

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,279 mi
Last recorded10,279 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2012
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 FJE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2012 10,279 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 10,271 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 4,852 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 4,852 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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AY08 FJE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AY08 FJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY08 FJE?

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What year was AY08 FJE registered?

AY08 FJE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is AY08 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 FJE shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY08 FJE have outstanding finance?

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