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YN08 PXL

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,410 mi
Last recorded19,410 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 PXL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 19,410 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play has slight play ,needs adjustment (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 17,907 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 17,907 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2014 17,907 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.2d) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Slight play in head stock bearing , needs adjustment

Fail 26 Jul 2013 12,875 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 12,875 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 7,654 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 4,741 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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YN08 PXL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YN08 PXL, 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 YN08 PXL registered?

YN08 PXL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is YN08 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 PXL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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