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BU03 XJL

2003 Piaggio ET2

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,593 mi
Last recorded18,593 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XJL
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 18,593 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 18,426 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 18,423 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 16,760 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 16,760 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 12,950 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 9,490 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 8,366 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2010 8,366 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 6,997 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 5,628 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 4,179 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 4,172 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 4,172 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,729 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 3,729 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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BU03 XJL is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU03 XJL, 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 BU03 XJL registered?

BU03 XJL is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is BU03 XJL safe to buy?

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