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YX18 CBO

2018 Piaggio Ape

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

270 mi
Last recorded270 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Ape4,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX18 CBO
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 270 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 270 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 232 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 232 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 230 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 230 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 230 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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 CBO is a 2018 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CBO, 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

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What year was YX18 CBO registered?

YX18 CBO is a 2018 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is YX18 CBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX18 CBO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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