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YN58 CVE

2008 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,844 mi
Last recorded8,844 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN58 CVE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 8,844 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 8,841 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 7,200 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 7,200 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 4,256 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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YN58 CVE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YN58 CVE, 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 YN58 CVE registered?

YN58 CVE is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is YN58 CVE safe to buy?

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