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LK03 BCU

2003 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,813 mi
Last recorded17,813 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 BCU
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 17,813 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 15,814 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 15,803 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 15,200 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 15,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 28 Feb 2019 15,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 25 Mar 2017 15,121 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 14,529 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 14,407 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 14,194 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 14,182 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 14,178 miles

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

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,796 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 1,300 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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LK03 BCU is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LK03 BCU, 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 LK03 BCU registered?

LK03 BCU is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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