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BX58 XRD

2009 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,023 mi
Last recorded16,023 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Zip9,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 XRD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 16,023 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 16,023 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 16,023 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 16,023 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 16,023 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 16,023 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2021 16,020 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 16,020 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2020 15,998 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 15,998 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 15,927 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 15,927 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 15,811 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 14,978 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 14,978 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2016 12,961 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 12,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 11,537 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 11,537 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2014 10,392 miles

headlamp cover lens scatched

Fail 18 Jan 2014 10,362 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

headlamp cover lens scatched

Pass 31 Jan 2013 8,371 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 8,371 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 6,047 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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BX58 XRD is a 2009 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,449 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 BX58 XRD, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX58 XRD registered?

BX58 XRD is a 2009 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 January 2009.

Is BX58 XRD safe to buy?

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