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HX13 HXZ

2013 Piaggio Ape

Black Petrol 275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

4,288 mi
Last recorded4,288 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Ape884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX13 HXZ
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 4,288 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 3,843 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 3,843 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 3,800 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 3,800 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2017 3,745 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 3,728 miles

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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
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HX13 HXZ is a 2013 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 884 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 HX13 HXZ, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Ape is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HX13 HXZ registered?

HX13 HXZ is a 2013 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 1 August 2013.

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The MOT history for HX13 HXZ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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