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YX18 BYN

2018 Piaggio Ape

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,169 mi
Last recorded3,169 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Ape4,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX18 BYN
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 3,169 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 3,169 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 1,419 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Ape?

Based on 2,219 MOT tests across 561 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
214
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
561
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17
Registration plate lamp not fitted 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 14
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YX18 BYN is a 2018 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 4,288 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX18 BYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Ape typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 8 years old, this Piaggio Ape is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YX18 BYN?

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What year was YX18 BYN registered?

YX18 BYN is a 2018 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 18 July 2018.

Is YX18 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX18 BYN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX18 BYN have outstanding finance?

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