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WX58 FCE

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,933 mi
Last recorded7,933 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX58 FCE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 7,933 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 7,933 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2018 7,382 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 7,382 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,073 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 6,872 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,787 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 4,688 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 4,688 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 4,173 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 3,945 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 FCE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FCE, 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 FCE registered?

WX58 FCE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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