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LJ12 NWW

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,196 mi
Last recorded16,196 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 NWW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 16,196 miles

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

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 14,095 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 12,041 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2023 12,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 9,963 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 4,275 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 467 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 467 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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 NWW is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ12 NWW, 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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What year was LJ12 NWW registered?

LJ12 NWW is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is LJ12 NWW safe to buy?

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