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AJ12 YEX

2012 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,350 mi
Last recorded36,350 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 YEX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 36,350 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 12,472 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2020 12,472 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 10,199 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 9,963 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2018 9,963 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 9,384 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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AJ12 YEX is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJ12 YEX, 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 AJ12 YEX registered?

AJ12 YEX is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is AJ12 YEX safe to buy?

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