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WA58 HCH

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

15,543 mi
Last recorded15,543 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA58 HCH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 15,543 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 15,543 miles

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

Riders seat with a defective supporting structure SEAT LOCKING DEVICE MISSING (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 15,543 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2019 15,544 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 15,543 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 15,543 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 15,543 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2015 15,543 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 15,543 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 31 Oct 2013 10,141 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 10,141 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 3,958 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 2,579 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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WA58 HCH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 WA58 HCH, 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 WA58 HCH registered?

WA58 HCH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is WA58 HCH safe to buy?

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