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N279 PVL

2017 Piaggio Ape

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,261 mi
Last recorded54,261 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2017 Piaggio Ape1,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN279 PVL
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 54,261 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 54,261 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

play detected at drive shafts inner joints

Pass 26 Oct 2018 54,261 miles

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

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

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

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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N279 PVL is a 2017 Piaggio Ape in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 1,346 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 N279 PVL, 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 9 years old, this Piaggio Ape is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N279 PVL registered?

N279 PVL is a 2017 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 25 October 2017.

Is N279 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N279 PVL 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.

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