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EF12 ORX

2012 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,642 mi
Last recorded11,642 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 ORX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 May 2026 11,642 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating Notchy when applied (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Numberplate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 10,373 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 9,054 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 9,053 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 7,443 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 3,734 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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EF12 ORX is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EF12 ORX, 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 EF12 ORX registered?

EF12 ORX is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is EF12 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 ORX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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