MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,275 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU08 GKY is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 BU08 GKY, 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 GKY registered?
BU08 GKY is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 July 2008.
Is BU08 GKY safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU08 GKY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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