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GX03 OWU

2003 Piaggio ET2

Green Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,801 mi
Last recorded12,801 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 OWU
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 12,801 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 12,787 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 12,753 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 12,753 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure exhaust shield loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 12,522 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 12,522 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 12,522 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 12,522 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 12,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 11,540 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 10,493 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 May 2013 9,111 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2013 9,111 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 24 Aug 2011 8,526 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,100 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,498 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 4,047 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 3,976 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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GX03 OWU is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Green with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX03 OWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX03 OWU registered?

GX03 OWU is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is GX03 OWU safe to buy?

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