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WR03 VUV

2003 Piaggio ET2

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,630 mi
Last recorded23,630 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 VUV
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 23,630 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 23,435 miles

Headlamp aim too high headlight unit fitted upside down (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2017 23,084 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 23,009 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel line slightly perished

Lights masked off at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2016 23,009 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel line slightly perished

Lights masked off at time of test

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 21,717 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,241 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 19,217 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,417 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2010 16,406 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2009 13,381 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front pads have possible separation unable to see fully

Pass 21 Aug 2009 13,381 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front pads have possible separation unable to see fully

Pass 9 Aug 2008 11,192 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 11,139 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 8,586 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 5,988 miles

Front 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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WR03 VUV is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 WR03 VUV, 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 WR03 VUV registered?

WR03 VUV is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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