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AU08 CHD

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,028 mi
Last recorded6,028 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 CHD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 6,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 31,094 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2015 26,608 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 26,556 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 21,797 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 21,796 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

The front brake hose to calliper union is damp.

Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,040 miles

The front tyre valve is not fully secured in the wheel rim.

Pass 12 Jan 2012 16,409 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 16,409 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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AU08 CHD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 10,214 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 AU08 CHD, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 CHD registered?

AU08 CHD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is AU08 CHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 CHD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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