CarVerify

Free Car Check

BV57 VLJ

2007 Piaggio Zip 100

Black Petrol 96cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,114 mi
Last recorded10,114 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip 1009,080 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 VLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip 100
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 10,114 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2020 10,114 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 10,085 miles

battery dead would benefit from new one

Pass 14 Mar 2015 9,107 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 9,107 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 7,726 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 5,631 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 5,631 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 3,110 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip 100?

Based on 1,249 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,067
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 21
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Full Piaggio Zip 100 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BV57 VLJ is a 2007 Piaggio Zip 100 in Black with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 9,080 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 100 fails its MOT is direction indicator incorrect colour, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV57 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV57 VLJ?

You can check the full history of BV57 VLJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BV57 VLJ registered?

BV57 VLJ is a 2007 Piaggio Zip 100, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is BV57 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 VLJ 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.

Does BV57 VLJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BV57 VLJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.