MOT Status
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All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Ape?
Based on 2,219 MOT tests across 561 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M478 VCT is a 1995 Piaggio Ape in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 M478 VCT, 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 31 years old, this Piaggio Ape is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of M478 VCT?
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What year was M478 VCT registered?
M478 VCT is a 1995 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 12 January 1995.
Is M478 VCT safe to buy?
The MOT history for M478 VCT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M478 VCT have outstanding finance?
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