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2008 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

12,996 mi
Last recorded12,996 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Nrg8,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 CYL
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 12,996 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 12,996 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2020 12,994 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front suspension stiff in operation

Fail 23 May 2020 12,992 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 12,931 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 May 2019 12,926 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 12,670 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 12,138 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,118 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 10,601 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 8,423 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 8,423 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 6,690 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 6,687 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 4,791 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 4,791 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 3,423 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Nrg?

Based on 52,129 MOT tests across 11,607 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 1,779
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,263
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,239
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,142
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AU08 CYL is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 8,321 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 Nrg fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 1,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 CYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Nrg typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU08 CYL is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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