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HW57 ACX

2007 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

3,316 mi
Last recorded3,316 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 ACX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 3,316 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 3,316 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 30,975 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 30,956 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2016 26,931 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 9 May 2016 26,931 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 23 May 2015 22,738 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 22,738 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 12 May 2014 18,304 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013
Fail 23 Apr 2013 13,642 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 11,323 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 6,482 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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HW57 ACX is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 HW57 ACX, 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 HW57 ACX registered?

HW57 ACX is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is HW57 ACX safe to buy?

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