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EU57 VXS

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

18,598 mi
Last recorded18,598 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU57 VXS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 18,598 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 18,598 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 17,510 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 17,510 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 12,056 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 12,056 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 11,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2019 11,555 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 7,334 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 6,996 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 6,383 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 5,970 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 5,970 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 4,822 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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EU57 VXS is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 EU57 VXS, 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 EU57 VXS registered?

EU57 VXS is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is EU57 VXS safe to buy?

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