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CX08 BWJ

2008 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,833 mi
Last recorded9,833 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 BWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 9,833 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 9,833 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,253 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 2,902 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 2,301 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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CX08 BWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CX08 BWJ, 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 CX08 BWJ registered?

CX08 BWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is CX08 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 BWJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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