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RF12 WCU

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,041 mi
Last recorded2,041 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 WCU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 2,041 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 2,041 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 2,041 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 2,041 miles

Direction indicators not working all (1.5.1c)

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

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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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RF12 WCU is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 RF12 WCU, 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 RF12 WCU registered?

RF12 WCU is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is RF12 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 WCU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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