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WK57 EMV

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,927 mi
Last recorded16,927 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK57 EMV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 16,927 miles

Speedometer / odometer not recording.

Fail 12 Aug 2021 16,927 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Speedometer / odometer not recording.

Pass 4 Dec 2019 16,075 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 16,075 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 15,543 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 14,334 miles

frame covered by body work

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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WK57 EMV is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WK57 EMV, 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 WK57 EMV registered?

WK57 EMV is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is WK57 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK57 EMV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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