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PJ12 EEA

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

16,659 mi
Last recorded16,659 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 EEA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 16,659 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 16,659 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 16,726 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2022 16,726 miles

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 13,997 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 11,971 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 11,971 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 9,671 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 8,077 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 5,139 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 5,139 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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PJ12 EEA is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PJ12 EEA, 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 PJ12 EEA registered?

PJ12 EEA is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ12 EEA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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