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W541 COV

2000 Piaggio Ape

Green Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,561 mi
Last recorded17,561 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Ape5,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW541 COV
MakePiaggio
ModelApe
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2025 17,561 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 6,637 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 5,403 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 14,669 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 3,732 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 2,432 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 1,962 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 1,937 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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W541 COV is a 2000 Piaggio Ape in Green with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Ape models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 5,860 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 W541 COV, 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 26 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 W541 COV?

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What year was W541 COV registered?

W541 COV is a 2000 Piaggio Ape, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W541 COV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W541 COV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W541 COV have outstanding finance?

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