CarVerify

Free Car Check

HX08 CWF

2008 Piaggio Ape

Black Diesel 422cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

883 mi
Last recorded883 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Ape4,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 CWF
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine422cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 883 miles

Battery not fixed

Fail 4 Oct 2018 883 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery not fixed

Fail 24 Jul 2012 419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 419 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Ape?

Based on 2,219 MOT tests across 561 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
214
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
561
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17
Registration plate lamp not fitted 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 14
Full Piaggio Ape reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HX08 CWF is a 2008 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 4,256 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 HX08 CWF, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Ape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX08 CWF?

You can check the full history of HX08 CWF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HX08 CWF registered?

HX08 CWF is a 2008 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is HX08 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 CWF shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX08 CWF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HX08 CWF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.