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AO51 GYS

2001 Piaggio ET2

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

12,452 mi
Last recorded12,452 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio ET28,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 GYS
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,452 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 11,553 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front and rear brakes have little reserve travel

front light / cowling loose

lighting switch worn / not operating positively

Pass 27 Sep 2013 10,549 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 10,549 miles

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

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 8,691 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 8,533 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2011 8,533 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 8,150 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 7,085 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 149,232 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 6,167 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 5,839 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 5,458 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 4,911 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 4,911 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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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AO51 GYS is a 2001 Piaggio ET2 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,820 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 AO51 GYS, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 GYS registered?

AO51 GYS is a 2001 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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