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EU08 XPD

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,459 mi
Last recorded17,459 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 XPD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 17,459 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2025 17,459 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 16,700 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 16,139 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 14,404 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 12,451 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 12,451 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 10,591 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 9,353 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,478 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 6,693 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 6,693 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,662 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 4,176 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 3,574 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 3,064 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 2,385 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 2,281 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 XPD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EU08 XPD, 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 XPD registered?

EU08 XPD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is EU08 XPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 XPD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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