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LK57 FGZ

2008 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,513 mi
Last recorded20,513 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK57 FGZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 20,513 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 19,527 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,051 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 5,757 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 5,757 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 2,549 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 1,945 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

r/h mirror missing

Pass 18 Jun 2011 1,945 miles

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

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

r/h mirror missing

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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LK57 FGZ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LK57 FGZ, 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.

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What year was LK57 FGZ registered?

LK57 FGZ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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The MOT history for LK57 FGZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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