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Y134 HFB

2001 Piaggio Ape Van

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,922 mi
Last recorded8,922 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Ape Van2,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY134 HFB
MakePiaggio
ModelApe Van
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 8,922 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 8,918 miles

Front Tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S/R Tyre showing signs of perishing

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 8,918 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective Unable to remove cap to check sealing washer (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view Not Working (8.2.1c)

O/S/R Tyre showing signs of perishing

Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,914 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 8,907 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (1.4.B.1a)

Nearside rear tyre craked

Not fitted with side indicator repeaters but can be viewed rear bumper

Pass 4 Jun 2013 8,901 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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Y134 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y134 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 Y134 HFB registered?

Y134 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Ape Van, first registered on 23 April 2001.

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