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DC18 HXG

2018 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,174 mi
Last recorded9,174 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Zip8,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC18 HXG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 9,174 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 7,835 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 6,228 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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DC18 HXG is a 2018 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 8,078 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 DC18 HXG, 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 8 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC18 HXG registered?

DC18 HXG is a 2018 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 July 2018.

Is DC18 HXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC18 HXG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC18 HXG have outstanding finance?

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