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VX08 HNR

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,658 mi
Last recorded23,658 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 HNR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 23,658 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 22,441 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 20 Mar 2013 22,421 miles

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

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 8,964 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 8,964 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,512 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 15,512 miles

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

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

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 HNR is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HNR, 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 HNR registered?

VX08 HNR is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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