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RF61 DUU

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

12,849 mi
Last recorded12,849 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 DUU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 12,849 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre Starting to Perish on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 26 May 2021 12,849 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre Starting to Perish on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 2,834 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 2,510 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 2,212 miles

slight cut in front tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight cracks in front tyre wall

Pass 21 Nov 2016 1,949 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 1,948 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 1,357 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 1,357 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 1,307 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 1,307 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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RF61 DUU 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 RF61 DUU, 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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RF61 DUU is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 February 2012.

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