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MC51 NFD

2001 Piaggio Ape Van

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,102 mi
Last recorded4,102 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Ape Van2,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC51 NFD
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 4,102 miles

Coil spring corroded Light corrosion on all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 4,102 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded Light corrosion on all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 3,591 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 3,579 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 2,337 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 2,218 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 8 May 2014 1,629 miles
Fail 7 May 2014

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 1,203 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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MC51 NFD is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MC51 NFD, 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.

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What year was MC51 NFD registered?

MC51 NFD is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is MC51 NFD safe to buy?

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