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VX08 DDK

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

12,168 mi
Last recorded12,168 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 DDK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 12,168 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 11,825 miles

offside lockstop damaged when bars turned to right.

Pass 11 Jul 2022 11,660 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 11,660 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 11,098 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 11,098 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 11,061 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 11,024 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 11,024 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 10,618 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 10,618 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 10,239 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 7,662 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 7,662 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2012 4,822 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 3,895 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 3,895 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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VX08 DDK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VX08 DDK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 DDK registered?

VX08 DDK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VX08 DDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 DDK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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