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KU02 RCV

2002 Aixam 500

Blue Diesel 479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,374 mi
Last recorded52,374 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Aixam 50026,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 RCV
MakeAixam
Model500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine479cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2021 52,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2020 49,436 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 8 Mar 2019 47,016 miles

front and rear tyres perished front bumper support bracket corroded n/s/front headlamp glass tarnished

Pass 9 Mar 2018 41,716 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 36,677 miles

front brake discs corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2016 31,604 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 25,659 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 20,533 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,486 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 15,066 miles

How Reliable is the Aixam 500?

Based on 3,000 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,100
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 182
Stop lamp not working 165
Steering rack gaiter split 144
brake binding 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 98
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KU02 RCV is a 2002 Aixam 500 in Blue with a 479cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Aixam 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 26,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aixam 500 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU02 RCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aixam 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Aixam 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KU02 RCV registered?

KU02 RCV is a 2002 Aixam 500, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is KU02 RCV safe to buy?

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