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RD02 FHS

2002 Piaggio Ape

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,049 mi
Last recorded7,049 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD02 FHS
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 7,049 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 7,049 miles

Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear. worn to limit and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 7,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 7,013 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 8,139 miles

windscreen washers are poor.

Pass 24 Jul 2012 1,562 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 1,562 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 1,512 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 1,512 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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RD02 FHS is a 2002 Piaggio Ape in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RD02 FHS, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Ape is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RD02 FHS registered?

RD02 FHS is a 2002 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is RD02 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD02 FHS shows 9 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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