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Y132 HFB

2001 Piaggio Ape Van

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,608 mi
Last recorded1,608 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Ape Van2,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY132 HFB
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Dec 2013 1,608 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 1,583 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 1,583 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 1,337 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 1,336 miles

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

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

Front Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Rear Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 727 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine smokes on tick over and fast idle

Pass 8 Jul 2005 431 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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Y132 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y132 HFB, 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.

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What year was Y132 HFB registered?

Y132 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 6 March 2001.

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