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X58 EKJ

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,905 mi
Last recorded41,905 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX58 EKJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2025 41,905 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Fork lock stop broken (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

front forks notchey

Pass 1 Nov 2023 40,894 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 37,409 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 33,317 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 28,107 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 23,248 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 17,178 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 17,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 11,839 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 11,839 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 6,222 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 2,354 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 2,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 2,331 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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X58 EKJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,541 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X58 EKJ, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X58 EKJ registered?

X58 EKJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 September 2000.

Is X58 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X58 EKJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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