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VX08 PGK

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

21,438 mi
Last recorded21,438 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 PGK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 21,438 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 21,312 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 May 2021 21,312 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel hugger missing securing bolt - loose

Pass 29 Feb 2020 19,540 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Fairing loose

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 16,750 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 16,749 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 14,034 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2017 14,034 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 9,392 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 9,385 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,755 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 May 2015 5,754 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 5,753 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 4,755 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 4,755 miles

Inner Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 3,518 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebar cowl not fitted correctly and cracked

Fail 27 Jul 2011 3,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebar cowl not fitted correctly and cracked

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 PGK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc 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 PGK, 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 VX08 PGK registered?

VX08 PGK is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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