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WX12 HCA

2012 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,482 mi
Last recorded18,482 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX12 HCA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 18,482 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 16,338 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 16,300 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fuel pipe damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 14,313 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 11,822 miles

Front Upper steering bearings are notchy when front wheel is raised

Fail 7 Aug 2018 11,805 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Front Upper steering bearings are notchy when front wheel is raised

Pass 9 Aug 2017 9,580 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 7,315 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 5,683 miles

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

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 HCA is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HCA, 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.

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What year was WX12 HCA registered?

WX12 HCA is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 August 2012.

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