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YN08 SZP

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,757 mi
Last recorded12,757 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 SZP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2017 12,757 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Direction indicator not working all (1.5.1c)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim flat (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Jul 2015 12,534 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

headstock stop damaged allowing steering to operated past the normal position but no fouling, head stock out of alignment to front wheel

no registration lamp fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 12,534 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

headstock stop damaged allowing steering to operated past the normal position but no fouling, head stock out of alignment to front wheel

no registration lamp fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2014 9,450 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 SZP is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN08 SZP registered?

YN08 SZP is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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