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Y353 XEO

2001 Aixam 500

Green Diesel 479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,015 mi
Last recorded68,015 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Aixam 50027,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY353 XEO
MakeAixam
Model500
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine479cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 68,015 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 68,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 58,304 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 47,901 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 31,185 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 31,185 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 May 2009 42,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 39,938 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 39,938 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 May 2007 37,187 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 34,746 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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Y353 XEO is a 2001 Aixam 500 in Green with a 479cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y353 XEO, 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

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What year was Y353 XEO registered?

Y353 XEO is a 2001 Aixam 500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y353 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y353 XEO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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