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LJ12 EAP

2012 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,545 mi
Last recorded14,545 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 EAP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 14,545 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 14,107 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 13,685 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 13,118 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 13,100 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2022 12,742 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 12,742 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged rear brake cable snapped during test (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 12,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 12,034 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 11,434 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 10,812 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 10,171 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 8,801 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,066 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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LJ12 EAP is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ12 EAP, 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 LJ12 EAP registered?

LJ12 EAP is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is LJ12 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 EAP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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