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WK58 BJF

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,245 mi
Last recorded18,245 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK58 BJF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 18,245 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 16,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads low and poor condition (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 15,669 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 21 Nov 2023 15,669 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Headlamp aim too high PRS - Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Oct 2022 13,800 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 13,791 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 11,471 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 8,656 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 8,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 7,082 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 5,404 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 3,736 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 3,736 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 3,296 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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WK58 BJF is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WK58 BJF, 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 WK58 BJF registered?

WK58 BJF is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2008.

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