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WX12 AOL

2012 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

10,985 mi
Last recorded10,985 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX12 AOL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 10,985 miles

Brake hose slightly twisted front brake hose requires refitting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 10,985 miles

Brake hose slightly twisted front brake hose requires refitting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 10,785 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 10,785 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 2 Jul 2022 10,785 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 8,965 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 7,454 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 7,449 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 7,415 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 5,775 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 5,760 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

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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WX12 AOL is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 WX12 AOL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX12 AOL registered?

WX12 AOL is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is WX12 AOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX12 AOL shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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