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Y198 ENV

2001 Aixam 500

Green Diesel 479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,945 mi
Last recorded21,945 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Aixam 50027,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY198 ENV
MakeAixam
Model500
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine479cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011 21,945 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 21,945 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 20,804 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,718 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,668 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 15,658 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 11,497 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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Y198 ENV is a 2001 Aixam 500 in Green with a 479cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Aixam 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 27,062 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 Y198 ENV, 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 25 years old, this Aixam 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y198 ENV?

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What year was Y198 ENV registered?

Y198 ENV is a 2001 Aixam 500, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y198 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y198 ENV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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