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WJ62 LNZ

2012 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

3,379 mi
Last recorded3,379 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 LNZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 3,379 miles

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

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

Front top cover loose.

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 661 miles

Exhaust corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 661 miles

Exhaust corroded

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2023 661 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced On dip beam (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 661 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 661 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 661 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 661 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 6,615 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 661 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 661 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 661 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2018 661 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 661 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 661 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 661 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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WJ62 LNZ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 8,933 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 WJ62 LNZ, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WJ62 LNZ registered?

WJ62 LNZ is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is WJ62 LNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ62 LNZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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