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LJ53 YFR

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,661 mi
Last recorded22,661 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 YFR
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 22,661 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 21,336 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 20,117 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 187,979 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 17,453 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 15,236 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 12,892 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 12,890 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 10,395 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 7,769 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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LJ53 YFR is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ53 YFR, 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 LJ53 YFR registered?

LJ53 YFR is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is LJ53 YFR safe to buy?

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