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BX12 HGG

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,033 mi
Last recorded6,033 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX12 HGG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 6,033 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightley notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 6,033 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb blown. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightley notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 6,033 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 2,894 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated cat loose (7.1.1a)

rear brake could do with adjusting

Pass 4 Aug 2015 985 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 985 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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BX12 HGG is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 BX12 HGG, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX12 HGG registered?

BX12 HGG is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 August 2012.

Is BX12 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX12 HGG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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