MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,090 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Ape?
Based on 2,219 MOT tests across 561 vehicles.
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DX05 BWY is a 2005 Piaggio Ape in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 2005 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 4,470 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 BWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Ape typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Ape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was DX05 BWY registered?
DX05 BWY is a 2005 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 10 March 2005.
Is DX05 BWY safe to buy?
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