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LJ08 WPX

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,547 mi
Last recorded24,547 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WPX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 24,547 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2024 24,500 miles

Fuel pipe damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush play in engine bushs (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 20,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 17,790 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 17,790 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 11,328 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 10,359 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 8,521 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 7,001 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 2,825 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 2,606 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 2,434 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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LJ08 WPX is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ08 WPX, 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 LJ08 WPX registered?

LJ08 WPX is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WPX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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