MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,919 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
main beam tell tale not working
no lock to lock stops
Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
main beam tell tale not working
no lock to lock stops
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied both (1.1.2 (d))
Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
both tyres under inflated
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RK08 BSV 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 76.9%.
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 RK08 BSV, 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 RK08 BSV registered?
RK08 BSV is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 April 2008.
Is RK08 BSV safe to buy?
The MOT history for RK08 BSV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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