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LC61 UUJ

2012 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

15,140 mi
Last recorded15,140 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 UUJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 15,140 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 14,915 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 14,915 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam Fitted new bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 24,390 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2021 24,389 miles

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

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

carburettor becoming insecure

rear mudguard insecure

Pass 12 Mar 2020 23,440 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 19,721 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 19,721 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 17,184 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit due to 50cc thread pattern showing advice new tyre soon (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2018 17,184 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit due to 50cc thread pattern showing advice new tyre soon (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 14,488 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 14,487 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 12,040 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 9,403 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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LC61 UUJ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 LC61 UUJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC61 UUJ registered?

LC61 UUJ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is LC61 UUJ safe to buy?

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