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BU02 VYX

2002 Piaggio Ape Van

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,733 mi
Last recorded1,733 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Ape Van3,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VYX
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 1,733 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 1,733 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 1,414 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 1,414 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 1,197 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 996 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 720 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2012 720 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 545 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 454 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 326 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Ape Van?

Based on 1,066 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
190
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Stop lamp not working 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Headlamp not working on main beam 13
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 13
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BU02 VYX is a 2002 Piaggio Ape Van in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Ape Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 3,309 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 Ape Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 VYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Ape Van typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Ape Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU02 VYX registered?

BU02 VYX is a 2002 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 22 April 2002.

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