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W278 DNW

2000 Aixam 500

Red Petrol 479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,192 mi
Last recorded66,192 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 2000 Aixam 50029,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 DNW
MakeAixam
Model500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine479cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 66,192 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 57,955 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 57,586 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 53,286 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 53,286 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 May 2008 48,226 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 44,002 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 39,782 miles

How Reliable is the Aixam 500?

Based on 3,000 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,100
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 182
Stop lamp not working 165
Steering rack gaiter split 144
brake binding 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 98
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W278 DNW is a 2000 Aixam 500 in Red with a 479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Aixam 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 29,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aixam 500 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W278 DNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aixam 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Aixam 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of W278 DNW?

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What year was W278 DNW registered?

W278 DNW is a 2000 Aixam 500, first registered on 13 May 2000.

Is W278 DNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 DNW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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