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HF13 UHE

2013 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,261 mi
Last recorded7,261 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF13 UHE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2025 7,261 miles

All direction indicators not working All not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Painted over (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Mudguard insecure Missing ()

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 7,153 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Central Front Mudguard missing

Central Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Vehicle plastics and trim in a poor state of condition/tatty but not insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2021 7,109 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 7,109 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 7,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 5,729 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 4,243 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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HF13 UHE is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 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 HF13 UHE, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HF13 UHE registered?

HF13 UHE is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is HF13 UHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF13 UHE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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