CarVerify

Free Car Check

FX08 DKN

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,216 mi
Last recorded26,216 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 DKN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 26,216 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 21,645 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2016 21,645 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 20,733 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,660 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 15,364 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 10,959 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 10,959 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 10,355 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
Full Piaggio Zip reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FX08 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FX08 DKN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX08 DKN?

You can check the full history of FX08 DKN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FX08 DKN registered?

FX08 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is FX08 DKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 DKN shows 9 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.

Does FX08 DKN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FX08 DKN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.