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WX08 GYH

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,280 mi
Last recorded9,280 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 GYH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,280 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 9,280 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 7,409 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 7,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 7,249 miles

both tyres close to limit

exhaust slightly loud

rear number plate damaged

Fail 10 Nov 2015 7,249 miles

Vehicle identification number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5b)

both tyres close to limit

exhaust slightly loud

rear number plate damaged

Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,081 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

exhaust rusty

front brake binding slightly

number plate damaged

rear brake outer cable damaged

Fail 23 Aug 2012 15,081 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

exhaust rusty

front brake binding slightly

number plate damaged

rear brake outer cable damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2011 10,721 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 10,497 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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WX08 GYH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WX08 GYH, 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 WX08 GYH registered?

WX08 GYH is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is WX08 GYH safe to buy?

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