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RX62 JVJ

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,611 mi
Last recorded21,611 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX62 JVJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 21,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

front wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 27 Aug 2024 21,611 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 27 Jul 2023 16,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jul 2023 16,131 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 15,057 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 15,057 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 10,495 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 8,373 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 6,645 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 4,929 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 4,929 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 2,864 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 2,864 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 1,526 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 1,526 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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RX62 JVJ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RX62 JVJ, 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 RX62 JVJ registered?

RX62 JVJ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is RX62 JVJ safe to buy?

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