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PK13 UPJ

2013 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,153 mi
Last recorded13,153 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK13 UPJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 13,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 9,335 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 9,269 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 21,970 miles

No front fender fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Feb 2022 21,946 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No front fender fitted at time of test

No mirrors fitted at time of test

Speedo cable rubbing on front tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2021 21,301 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2019 16,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 16,191 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 16,191 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,913 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 15,911 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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PK13 UPJ is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 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 PK13 UPJ, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PK13 UPJ registered?

PK13 UPJ is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 July 2013.

Is PK13 UPJ safe to buy?

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