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FJ03 VSV

2003 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,191 mi
Last recorded13,191 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2009
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 VSV
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2009 13,191 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 2 Nov 2009 13,146 miles

Brake cable knotted (3.2.A1b)

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Battery insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Jun 2008 8,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 3 Jul 2007 7,639 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 7,639 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 6,208 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,208 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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FJ03 VSV is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FJ03 VSV, 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 FJ03 VSV registered?

FJ03 VSV is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is FJ03 VSV safe to buy?

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