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BX08 VJZ

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,350 mi
Last recorded19,350 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 VJZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,350 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 19,350 miles

Centre Rear Outer Rear position lamp incorrect colour Rear indicators do not emit correct colour and are showing white light (1.1.2b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired does not emit a solid beam/not bright enough till either brake is applied. (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2015 19,024 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 19,014 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 13,347 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 13,167 miles

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

rear number plate cracked

Fail 1 Oct 2011 13,155 miles

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

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

rear number plate cracked

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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BX08 VJZ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BX08 VJZ, 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 BX08 VJZ registered?

BX08 VJZ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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