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X972 VVX

2001 Piaggio Ape Van

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

964 mi
Last recorded964 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Ape Van2,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 VVX
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 964 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 905 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 557 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 236 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 182 miles

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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X972 VVX is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Ape Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 2,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X972 VVX, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Ape Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X972 VVX registered?

X972 VVX is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X972 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 VVX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X972 VVX have outstanding finance?

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