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CU07 ELV

2007 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,390 mi
Last recorded3,390 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU07 ELV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 3,390 miles

Front tyre slight cracking

Fail 7 Oct 2025 3,357 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front tyre slight cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2024 1,950 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 1,950 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 424 miles

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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CU07 ELV is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 9,524 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 CU07 ELV, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU07 ELV registered?

CU07 ELV is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 April 2007.

Is CU07 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU07 ELV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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