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DU52 LXL

2003 Piaggio Ape Van

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,636 mi
Last recorded2,636 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Ape Van3,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 LXL
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 2,636 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 2,636 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2011 1,340 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 302 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 132 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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DU52 LXL is a 2003 Piaggio Ape Van in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Ape Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 3,836 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 DU52 LXL, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Ape Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DU52 LXL?

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What year was DU52 LXL registered?

DU52 LXL is a 2003 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is DU52 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 LXL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU52 LXL have outstanding finance?

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