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YX08 JZL

2008 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,362 mi
Last recorded10,362 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Zip10,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 JZL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 10,362 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 10,351 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 10,074 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 9,761 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 9,494 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 9,241 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 8,974 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 8,615 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 8,341 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,070 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 7,725 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 7,539 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 7,271 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 6,858 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 6,555 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 6,371 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 5,940 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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YX08 JZL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 YX08 JZL, 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 YX08 JZL registered?

YX08 JZL is a 2008 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is YX08 JZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 JZL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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