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WV64 HZC

2014 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

17,959 mi
Last recorded17,959 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Piaggio Zip8,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV64 HZC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 17,959 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2025 17,955 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

headlight dim.

Pass 20 Sep 2024 15,330 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 15,330 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 10,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 10,894 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 6,655 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 6,633 miles

Front Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal riding position (4.4.2 (a) (i))

nail in tyre - flat back tyre

right hand side rear tyre bold

Fail 12 Jul 2019 6,633 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal riding position (4.4.2 (a) (i))

nail in tyre - flat back tyre

right hand side rear tyre bold

Pass 14 Jun 2018 5,902 miles

brake levers bent

fairings damaged

Pass 14 Jun 2017 1,438 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 1,438 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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WV64 HZC is a 2014 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2014 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 8,521 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 WV64 HZC, 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 12 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WV64 HZC registered?

WV64 HZC is a 2014 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 October 2014.

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The MOT history for WV64 HZC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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