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BNH 79E

1998 Piaggio Px 200 E

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,656 mi
Last recorded19,656 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E12,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNH 79E
MakePiaggio
ModelPx 200 E
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 19,656 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 19,248 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 18,889 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear travel on rear brake control pedal

Fail 5 Oct 2023 18,889 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear travel on rear brake control pedal

Pass 7 Oct 2022 18,321 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

horn not very loud

Pass 18 Oct 2021 17,568 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 16,653 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 14,352 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 13,126 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 12,076 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 11,025 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 10,605 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 10,005 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 9,425 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 8,843 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 8,141 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 9,886 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 9,886 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 1 May 2007 5,636 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 4,356 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 4,356 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Px 200 E?

Based on 30,336 MOT tests across 2,448 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 225
Direction indicator not working 185
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 162
Direction indicators not working 137
Headlamp aim too high 107
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BNH 79E is a 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,037 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 Px 200 E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 225 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNH 79E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Px 200 E typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Px 200 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNH 79E registered?

BNH 79E is a 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is BNH 79E safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNH 79E shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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