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BU08 GGX

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,078 mi
Last recorded29,078 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GGX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 29,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2018 29,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 29,080 miles

Rear Tail lamp lens damaged ,but still shows red light

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,243 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 25,225 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 22,514 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,080 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,733 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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BU08 GGX is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU08 GGX, 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 BU08 GGX registered?

BU08 GGX is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is BU08 GGX safe to buy?

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