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WX08 UHF

2008 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,716 mi
Last recorded5,716 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 UHF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 5,716 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear air box loose, not secure.

Fail 2 Nov 2023 5,716 miles

Front Brake disc insecure front disc bolt snapped off (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp headlight slightly affected by indicators (4.4.3 (b))

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

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

Rear air box loose, not secure.

Pass 2 Nov 2022 5,716 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 6,778 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 5,528 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 4,860 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 4,860 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 3,844 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 Jan 2017 3,844 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 420 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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WX08 UHF is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UHF, 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 WX08 UHF registered?

WX08 UHF is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is WX08 UHF safe to buy?

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