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NX08 GBZ

2008 Piaggio Ape

Green Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,695 mi
Last recorded12,695 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Ape4,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 GBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 12,695 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 12,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 11,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 11,403 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 10,874 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 10,874 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 10,168 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 9,181 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 8,288 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 7,311 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 6,241 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 5,191 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 4,268 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 3,942 miles

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

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 GBZ is a 2008 Piaggio Ape in Green with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GBZ, 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 GBZ registered?

NX08 GBZ is a 2008 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is NX08 GBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX08 GBZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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