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DX51 YVL

2001 Piaggio Ape Van

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,690 mi
Last recorded5,690 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Ape Van2,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 YVL
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 5,690 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 5,480 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 5,480 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 3,868 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 3,355 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 3,144 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 2,921 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 2,391 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 1,571 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 1,571 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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DX51 YVL is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Ape Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 2,928 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 DX51 YVL, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Ape Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 YVL registered?

DX51 YVL is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is DX51 YVL safe to buy?

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