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NX08 AOF

2008 Piaggio Ape

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,521 mi
Last recorded4,521 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Ape4,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 AOF
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 4,521 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 4,512 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 4,503 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 4,503 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 4,346 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 4,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 4,245 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 4,028 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 3,809 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 3,593 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 3,358 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 3,185 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 3,066 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 2,145 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 2,145 miles

Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 2,143 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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NX08 AOF is a 2008 Piaggio Ape in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NX08 AOF, 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

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What year was NX08 AOF registered?

NX08 AOF is a 2008 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is NX08 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX08 AOF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NX08 AOF have outstanding finance?

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