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LJ12 EBC

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,912 mi
Last recorded66,912 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 EBC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 66,912 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 62,967 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 58,387 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,456 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 50,110 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 45,448 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 42,998 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 41,495 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 39,858 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 37,992 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 37,736 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 36,180 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,459 miles

one rear light bulb not working

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 EBC is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ12 EBC, 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 EBC registered?

LJ12 EBC is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is LJ12 EBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 EBC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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