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HW07 DGO

2007 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,020 mi
Last recorded23,020 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW07 DGO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 23,020 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 23,013 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 27,130 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 27,130 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot

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

front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot

front tyre perished and various small splits

headlight pattern weak

rear tyre perished and split

Pass 24 Aug 2022 6,662 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot

front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot

headlight pattern weak

tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 Mar 2019 6,637 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 6,515 miles

front brake travel

slight bind to front brake

Pass 10 Mar 2017 6,209 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

front brake travel

headlight pattern weak

Pass 12 Mar 2016 5,340 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 5,327 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 4,980 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 4,846 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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HW07 DGO is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 9,524 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 HW07 DGO, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW07 DGO registered?

HW07 DGO is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 July 2007.

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