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HJ02 RGO

2002 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

14,547 mi
Last recorded14,547 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio ET28,787 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 RGO
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 14,547 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 14,547 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2015 12,867 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 13,484 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 13,484 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 11,345 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 11,345 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 8,961 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 May 2012 8,961 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 8,961 miles

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

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

Pass 31 May 2011 8,960 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 27 May 2011 8,961 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

front tyre flat

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,247 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,113 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 9,518 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 31 Dec 2007 9,518 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2006 7,223 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 7,223 miles

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

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 4,234 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 4,234 miles

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

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

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

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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HJ02 RGO is a 2002 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 8,787 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 HJ02 RGO, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HJ02 RGO is a 2002 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 12 March 2002.

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