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YX68 BWB

2018 Piaggio Ape

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,700 mi
Last recorded11,700 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2018 Piaggio Ape4,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX68 BWB
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 11,700 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 10,439 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 8,499 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 8,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 6,147 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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YX68 BWB is a 2018 Piaggio Ape in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX68 BWB, 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 YX68 BWB registered?

YX68 BWB is a 2018 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 4 December 2018.

Is YX68 BWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX68 BWB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX68 BWB have outstanding finance?

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