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WA08 KOD

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,860 mi
Last recorded15,860 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 KOD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 15,860 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 15,860 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 14,651 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 13,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rusty &Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 11,611 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 9,629 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 7,859 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 5,778 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 5,778 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 3,688 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 3,646 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 1,189 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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WA08 KOD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WA08 KOD, 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 WA08 KOD registered?

WA08 KOD is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WA08 KOD safe to buy?

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