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CU08 KDK

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,071 mi
Last recorded5,071 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 KDK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 5,071 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 2,678 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 2,678 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 14,396 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 13,963 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 6,871 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 759 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 759 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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CU08 KDK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 CU08 KDK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU08 KDK registered?

CU08 KDK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is CU08 KDK safe to buy?

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