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LX08 FVH

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,054 mi
Last recorded14,054 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FVH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 14,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 9 Aug 2024 14,054 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 2 Oct 2018 23,117 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 23,117 miles

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

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

Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached engine bushes-both sides (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 21,487 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 8 Sep 2017 21,487 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 20,802 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 19,241 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,231 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 12,647 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,647 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 10,273 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 7,379 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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LX08 FVH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LX08 FVH, 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 LX08 FVH registered?

LX08 FVH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is LX08 FVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 FVH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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