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RX57 NWL

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,905 mi
Last recorded16,905 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX57 NWL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 16,905 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 16,905 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 16,905 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 16,618 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 16,058 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 15,531 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 15,531 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 14,804 miles

Exhaust slightly loose fixing bolt missing on mounting point (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 13,884 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 12,773 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 12,773 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2016 11,672 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 11,672 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2015 10,269 miles

uneven rear tyre tread

Fail 26 Jan 2015 10,269 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

uneven rear tyre tread

Pass 13 Jan 2014 8,688 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 8,688 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 7,336 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 7,336 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 5,851 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 4,189 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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RX57 NWL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX57 NWL, 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 RX57 NWL registered?

RX57 NWL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is RX57 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX57 NWL shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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