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X842 VDN

2000 Aixam 500

Blue Diesel 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

39,695 mi
Last recorded39,695 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 2000 Aixam 50029,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX842 VDN
MakeAixam
Model500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2011 39,695 miles

FRONT DISCS WORN

Fail 1 Jun 2011 39,695 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

FRONT DISCS WORN

Pass 14 May 2010 37,801 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,494 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 33,231 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 33,231 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 29,114 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 29,114 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 28,595 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 28,595 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 25,208 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 25,208 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Aixam 500?

Based on 3,000 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,100
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 182
Stop lamp not working 165
Steering rack gaiter split 144
brake binding 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 98
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X842 VDN is a 2000 Aixam 500 in Blue with a 500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2000 Aixam 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 29,856 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 Aixam 500 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X842 VDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aixam 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Aixam 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X842 VDN registered?

X842 VDN is a 2000 Aixam 500, first registered on 19 October 2000.

Is X842 VDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X842 VDN shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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