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AY03 FHJ

2003 Piaggio ET2

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,613 mi
Last recorded8,613 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 8,613 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower part of floor & frame rail slightly rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 8,561 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 8,512 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 8,492 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 8,491 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 8,295 miles

Limited movement in front suspension

Fail 26 Jul 2019 8,295 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Limited movement in front suspension

Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,853 miles

Front suspension stiff

Pass 3 Aug 2017 7,327 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 7,327 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 6,987 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 6,793 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 6,248 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 5,737 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 5,200 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 4,619 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 4,050 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 4,050 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 3,529 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,675 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 2,456 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,160 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?

Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
618
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 690
Tyre tread not clearly visible 626
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 491
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 441
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 415
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AY03 FHJ is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 8,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio ET2 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 690 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 FHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio ET2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY03 FHJ registered?

AY03 FHJ is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is AY03 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 FHJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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