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EU08 HBD

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,086 mi
Last recorded17,086 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 HBD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 17,086 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 17,086 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 12,482 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 12,494 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 12,482 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 12,482 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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EU08 HBD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 EU08 HBD, 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 EU08 HBD registered?

EU08 HBD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is EU08 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 HBD shows 6 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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