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SK03 BDF

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,500 mi
Last recorded14,500 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 BDF
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 14,500 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 12,033 miles

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

Rear shock absorber noisy in operation

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 12,024 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released right hand control (1.3.1e)

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))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Rear shock absorber noisy in operation

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 8,297 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 8,296 miles

lower exhaust bolt missing.

speedo not working

Fail 23 May 2013 8,296 miles

Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

lower exhaust bolt missing.

Pass 10 May 2012 5,208 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 5,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 1,707 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 1,707 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 1,702 miles

advise + seat pivot point in poor condition

advise + some panel damage

Pass 13 Jan 2009 1,702 miles

advise + some panel damage to the left side

Pass 17 Nov 2007 1,702 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2007 1,702 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 1,702 miles

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

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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SK03 BDF is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SK03 BDF, 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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SK03 BDF is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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