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LM12 UPW

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,302 mi
Last recorded6,302 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 UPW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 6,302 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 6,220 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 3,322 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 2,556 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 2,556 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 963 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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LM12 UPW is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM12 UPW, 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 LM12 UPW registered?

LM12 UPW is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is LM12 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 UPW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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