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AK62 TVJ

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,163 mi
Last recorded19,163 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 TVJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 19,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 17,354 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 15,276 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 15,192 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 11,778 miles

Front Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 10,779 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 10,779 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 10,779 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 9,910 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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AK62 TVJ 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 100%.

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 AK62 TVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 TVJ registered?

AK62 TVJ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is AK62 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 TVJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK62 TVJ have outstanding finance?

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