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WX58 FFA

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

11,717 mi
Last recorded11,717 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX58 FFA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 11,717 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 11,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2020 10,241 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 10,187 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 10,181 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,293 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 8,266 miles

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

Centre center stand stiff

Pass 20 Dec 2014 7,994 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2014 7,994 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 6,867 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 6,867 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 3,289 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 3,284 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 FFA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FFA, 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 FFA registered?

WX58 FFA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is WX58 FFA safe to buy?

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