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FP12 XAM

2012 Piaggio Zip 50 2T

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,847 mi
Last recorded5,847 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip 50 2T6,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 XAM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip 50 2T
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 5,847 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 5,830 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 5,823 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 5,785 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 5,785 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 4,381 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 4,381 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 1,248 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 1,246 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 1,215 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 1,094 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 993 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip 50 2T?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 54
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 33
Horn not working 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
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FP12 XAM is a 2012 Piaggio Zip 50 2T in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip 50 2T models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 6,884 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 50 2T fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP12 XAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip 50 2T typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip 50 2T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP12 XAM registered?

FP12 XAM is a 2012 Piaggio Zip 50 2T, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is FP12 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 XAM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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