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LJ07 HJU

2007 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,568 mi
Last recorded8,568 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 HJU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2022 8,568 miles

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

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

Front Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock no lock stops (2.1.4 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Front cowling insecure

Pass 8 Oct 2021 7,236 miles

Exhaust slightly loose bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake fluid may need changing

Front forks have negligible damping

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear cap type tyre valve fitted

Rear wheel rotation/air box loose prs

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

carb looking damp around float bowl

Fail 8 Oct 2021 7,236 miles

Exhaust slightly loose bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front brake fluid may need changing

Front forks have negligible damping

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear cap type tyre valve fitted

Rear wheel rotation/air box loose prs

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

carb looking damp around float bowl

Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail insecure (1.1.12 (a))

Rear Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 22,000 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Aug 2013 21,599 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 May 2012 17,307 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 May 2012 17,254 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2011 16,384 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Speedo is not working

Pass 24 Mar 2010 15,785 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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LJ07 HJU is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ07 HJU, 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 LJ07 HJU registered?

LJ07 HJU is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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