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HW08 AET

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,972 mi
Last recorded9,972 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AET
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 9,972 miles

Advise front panel broken but secure

Fail 30 Aug 2025 9,972 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Advise front panel broken but secure

Fail 27 Mar 2025 9,895 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 4 Apr 2024 8,631 miles

Rear tyre has a slow puncture, leaking around the rim

Pass 24 Mar 2023 7,814 miles

Engine oil level overfilled

Pass 1 Apr 2022 6,360 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 6,129 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 5,894 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 5,602 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 5,271 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 4,671 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 3,984 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 3,297 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 2,837 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 2,469 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 2,018 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 1,571 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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HW08 AET is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HW08 AET, 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 HW08 AET registered?

HW08 AET is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is HW08 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 AET shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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