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AU53 DKL

2003 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DKL
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016

Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged Rear cable routed badly but does not adversely affect the braking (3.2.A1b)

Number plate not fitted centrally

Pass 6 Aug 2014 31,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

front mudguard missing.

Fail 7 Jun 2014 31,016 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2014 30,999 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2014 30,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,131 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,349 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 24,343 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2009 22,976 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 13,793 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 7,293 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 5,320 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 5,320 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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AU53 DKL is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 13,038 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 AU53 DKL, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AU53 DKL is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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