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GU14 DHC

2014 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,252 mi
Last recorded15,252 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 2014 Piaggio Zip8,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU14 DHC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 15,252 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2022 15,239 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 11,185 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 6,390 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 6,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 6,109 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 6,069 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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GU14 DHC is a 2014 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 8,521 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 GU14 DHC, 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 12 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GU14 DHC registered?

GU14 DHC is a 2014 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 April 2014.

Is GU14 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU14 DHC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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