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WX62 KYB

2012 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

6,017 mi
Last recorded6,017 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Zip8,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX62 KYB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 6,017 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 5,822 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 5,806 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2022 5,798 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))

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable borderline (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear rear brake cable not routed correctly

Riders seat slightly loose lock catch not working (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 5,761 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 5,735 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 5,148 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 9,896 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 9,896 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 6,503 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 6,503 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 4,812 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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WX62 KYB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 WX62 KYB, 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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WX62 KYB is a 2012 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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