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GX12 HJC

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,521 mi
Last recorded12,521 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX12 HJC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 12,521 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 12,521 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 12,052 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 12,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 10,344 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 10,257 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 4,483 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 3,302 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 2,962 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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GX12 HJC is a 2012 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 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 GX12 HJC, 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 GX12 HJC registered?

GX12 HJC is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 August 2012.

Is GX12 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX12 HJC 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.

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