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DK08 EUA

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,930 mi
Last recorded7,930 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 EUA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 7,930 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 7,890 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 7,890 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 7,239 miles

tyres are a little low on pressure

Pass 18 Mar 2016 5,097 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 5,097 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 3,063 miles

small pipe not attached to bottom of carb,

Fail 20 Mar 2015 3,063 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

small pipe not attached to bottom of carb,

Pass 17 Mar 2014 2,927 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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DK08 EUA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DK08 EUA, 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 DK08 EUA registered?

DK08 EUA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is DK08 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 EUA 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.

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