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GN58 FAM

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,316 mi
Last recorded49,316 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 FAM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 49,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Fail 17 Sep 2025 49,306 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 20 Sep 2024 48,342 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2024 48,342 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,629 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 45,951 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 44,000 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 41,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 41,904 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 39,674 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 35,564 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 31,110 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,069 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,996 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,421 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 11,189 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 FAM is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GN58 FAM, 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

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What year was GN58 FAM registered?

GN58 FAM is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is GN58 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 FAM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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