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LJ12 HXG

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,892 mi
Last recorded18,892 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 HXG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 18,892 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 17,987 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 17,043 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 16,178 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 16,178 miles

Headlamp aim not tested due to blown bulb (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear 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)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,168 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,166 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

exhaust corrosion

speedo cable damaged

Pass 26 Mar 2015 13,834 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

starter motor is noisy

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 HXG is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HXG, 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.

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LJ12 HXG is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 June 2012.

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