MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,574 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied both brake levers (1.1.2 (d))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))
Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied both brake levers (1.1.2 (d))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake disc insecure stud missing (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected spit pin missing (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FD12 XTE is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 FD12 XTE, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was FD12 XTE registered?
FD12 XTE is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 July 2012.
Is FD12 XTE safe to buy?
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