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YX18 CCU

2018 Piaggio Ape

Black Diesel 436cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,065 mi
Last recorded7,065 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Ape4,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX18 CCU
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine436cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 7,065 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 6,687 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All three tyres cracking in tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2024 6,279 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All three tyres cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 6,003 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Central Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 5,660 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 5,245 miles

Central Front tyre wearing unevenly

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2021 5,211 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front tyre wearing unevenly

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (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 CCU is a 2018 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 436cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CCU, 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 CCU registered?

YX18 CCU is a 2018 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 9 May 2018.

Is YX18 CCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX18 CCU 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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