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Q550SAE

2009 Piaggio Ape

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,275 mi
Last recorded1,275 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ550SAE
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 1,275 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 1,275 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 1,267 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

fuel cap seal just starting to deteriorate

slight drag on o/s/r wheel

Pass 20 Feb 2014 1,258 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 1,258 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 1,245 miles

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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Q550SAE is a 2009 Piaggio Ape in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Q550SAE, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Ape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q550SAE registered?

Q550SAE is a 2009 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is Q550SAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q550SAE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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