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OU58 DXZ

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,230 mi
Last recorded24,230 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 DXZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 24,230 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 21,230 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 18,136 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,242 miles

Front mudguard slightly cracked

Seat loose on front fixing

Fail 17 Oct 2016 15,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged Front fairing not fixed properly and sharp edges (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged Rear fairing sharp edges (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front mudguard slightly cracked

Seat loose on front fixing

Pass 17 Oct 2015 13,010 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 11,104 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Seat loose on front fixing

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 9 Oct 2014 11,104 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Seat loose on front fixing

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 9,809 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

seat loose on front fixing

Fail 10 Oct 2013 9,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

seat loose on front fixing

Pass 3 Oct 2012 8,963 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 6,352 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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OU58 DXZ 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 75%.

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 OU58 DXZ, 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 OU58 DXZ registered?

OU58 DXZ is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2008.

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