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LR18 OZF

2018 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,212 mi
Last recorded8,212 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Zip8,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR18 OZF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 8,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 8,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 14,749 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit <1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 14,749 miles

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit <1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 14,749 miles

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))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 14,419 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dip and main (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 9,477 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 8,961 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 7,423 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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LR18 OZF is a 2018 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 8,078 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 LR18 OZF, 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 8 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LR18 OZF registered?

LR18 OZF is a 2018 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 June 2018.

Is LR18 OZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR18 OZF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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