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EJ52 KFL

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

35,178 mi
Last recorded35,178 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 KFL
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 35,178 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 35,178 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 34,752 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 34,752 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 31,670 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 31,670 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

battery insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2013 29,460 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 29,460 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 29,460 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,484 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 27,484 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,558 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 26,558 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,076 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 26,076 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 26,076 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2007 24,016 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 19,927 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 19,927 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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EJ52 KFL is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 EJ52 KFL, 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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EJ52 KFL is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 20 January 2003.

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