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VO62 XLD

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,469 mi
Last recorded22,469 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO62 XLD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 22,469 miles

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 21,973 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 15,404 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 19,449 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 14,076 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 14,076 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 11,947 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 10,443 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 8,120 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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VO62 XLD is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VO62 XLD, 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 VO62 XLD registered?

VO62 XLD is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 December 2012.

Is VO62 XLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO62 XLD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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