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DK57 KCG

2007 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

13,120 mi
Last recorded13,120 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 KCG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 13,120 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 13,119 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 12,062 miles

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

rear no plate cracked

Pass 13 Jul 2017 10,521 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 13 Jul 2017 10,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 10,324 miles

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

Slight perishing to front tyre.

Pass 29 Jul 2015 8,191 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 7,364 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 7,364 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 6,122 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 19 Nov 2012 6,122 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2011 4,653 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2011 4,595 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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DK57 KCG is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DK57 KCG, 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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DK57 KCG is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 October 2007.

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