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SP06 AEY

2006 Piaggio Ape

White Petrol 218cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

5,065 mi
Last recorded5,065 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Ape3,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP06 AEY
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine218cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 5,065 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 4,906 miles

slight oil leak from engine/gear box

Pass 7 Sep 2023 4,772 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 4,588 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 4,414 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 4,369 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements no tell tell light (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear drive coupliing broken away

Pass 22 Sep 2020 4,186 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 4,186 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 3,928 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 3,526 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (i))

side lights do not operate with ignition in the off possition

Fail 2 Jul 2018 3,484 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre cracked/deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked/deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (i))

side lights do not operate with ignition in the off possition

Pass 15 Jun 2017 2,700 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 2,531 miles

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 19 Nov 2015 2,190 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front suspension assembly component slightly corroded. (9.2.5d)

Pass 17 May 2013 2,153 miles

front mudguard broken

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 May 2012 2,126 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2011 1,386 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2010 1,111 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2010 1,111 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

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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SP06 AEY is a 2006 Piaggio Ape in White with a 218cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 3,198 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP06 AEY, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Ape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP06 AEY registered?

SP06 AEY is a 2006 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is SP06 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP06 AEY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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