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WX58 DZW

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,957 mi
Last recorded15,957 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX58 DZW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 15,957 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

fuel hose starting to crack

Fail 13 Nov 2014 15,957 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

fuel hose starting to crack

Fail 13 Oct 2014 15,235 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

fuel hose has slight cracking

Pass 22 Nov 2013 11,846 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 11,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 9,773 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2012 9,773 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 7,551 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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WX58 DZW is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WX58 DZW, 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 WX58 DZW registered?

WX58 DZW is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 December 2008.

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