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R87 AYB

1998 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,408 mi
Last recorded8,408 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Nrg9,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 AYB
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 8,408 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 8,126 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 8,126 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 6,834 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 6,307 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 6,127 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2005 5,978 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 5,978 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Nrg?

Based on 52,129 MOT tests across 11,607 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 1,779
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,263
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,239
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,142
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R87 AYB is a 1998 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 9,232 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 Nrg fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 1,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R87 AYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Nrg typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R87 AYB registered?

R87 AYB is a 1998 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 15 July 1998.

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