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PW03 GAS

2008 Piaggio Ape Van

White Petrol 218cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,550 mi
Last recorded5,550 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPW03 GAS
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine218cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 5,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 4,594 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 4,581 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 3,088 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

offside rear inner driveshaft boot small leak

Pass 23 Jul 2013 3,088 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

offside rear inner driveshaft boot small leak

Pass 20 Jun 2012 1,872 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 1,053 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 1,053 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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PW03 GAS is a 2008 Piaggio Ape Van in White with a 218cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 PW03 GAS, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Ape Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PW03 GAS registered?

PW03 GAS is a 2008 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is PW03 GAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PW03 GAS shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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