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GN58 DWE

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,539 mi
Last recorded20,539 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 DWE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 20,539 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2025 20,539 miles

Decelerometer brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 20,294 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 20,294 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 19,272 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 17,395 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 14,821 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 12,386 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 11,454 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 11,325 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 11,325 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 10,941 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 9,299 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 6,404 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 6,404 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,193 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 2,010 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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GN58 DWE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GN58 DWE, 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 GN58 DWE registered?

GN58 DWE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is GN58 DWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 DWE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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