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RK08 BSV

2008 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,919 mi
Last recorded25,919 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 BSV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 25,919 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2021 25,900 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 17,786 miles

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))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 13,932 miles

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))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 8,490 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

both tyres under inflated

Pass 7 Oct 2016 8,414 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 8,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 7,530 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 6,164 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 4,764 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 4,131 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 3,086 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 3,086 miles

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.

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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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.

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