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WA58 KYP

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

12,399 mi
Last recorded12,399 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA58 KYP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 12,399 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2026 12,399 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticks open with steering turned to the left (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose 1 mounting bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lever bent but not adversely affecting control

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre severely underinflated

Pass 4 Feb 2025 11,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front front brake spongey

Front speedo glass cracked [letting in water]

Rear centre stand siezed

Pass 11 Oct 2023 9,940 miles

Front speedo glass broken

Pass 7 Sep 2022 7,071 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Rear brake lever. (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 7,071 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam Bulb blown. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Rear brake lever. (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 7,060 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 6,923 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 6,267 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 6,267 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 5,705 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 5,215 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 5,215 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 4,902 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 4,685 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 4,685 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2013 4,567 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 4,467 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 3,196 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 KYP is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WA58 KYP, 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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WA58 KYP is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2008.

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