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GX08 OUA

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,149 mi
Last recorded7,149 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 OUA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 7,149 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 7,067 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 7,052 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 6,998 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 6,875 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 6,538 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 6,538 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2016 6,526 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2016 6,503 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 4,744 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 4,741 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 4,740 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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GX08 OUA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX08 OUA, 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 GX08 OUA registered?

GX08 OUA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is GX08 OUA safe to buy?

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