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YE08 DFA

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,363 mi
Last recorded10,363 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 DFA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,363 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 7,402 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 7,402 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2014 2,936 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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YE08 DFA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YE08 DFA, 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 YE08 DFA registered?

YE08 DFA is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is YE08 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 DFA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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