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BU53 OHF

2003 Piaggio Nrg

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

11,340 mi
Last recorded11,340 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OHF
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 11,340 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 11,079 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

no lock on rear seat/rear brake needa slight ajustment

Pass 12 Feb 2010 10,209 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust joint with engine has repair sealant on it

exhaust pipe fouling engine shroud

front mudguard missing

fuel tank cap seal is deformed but is maintaining a seal

indicator switch does not feel correct

no headlight dip switch fitted

only one headlight working

rear mudguard split

seat catch has a repair

Fail 12 Feb 2010 10,209 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust joint with engine has repair sealant on it

exhaust pipe fouling engine shroud

front mudguard missing

fuel tank cap seal is deformed but is maintaining a seal

indicator switch does not feel correct

no headlight dip switch fitted

only one headlight working

rear mudguard split

seat catch has a repair

Fail 8 Feb 2010 10,209 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front mudguard missing

no headlight dip switch fitted

only one headlight working

rear brake cable guide insecure

seat catch broken

Fail 8 Feb 2010 10,209 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front mudguard missing

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

No head light dip switch fitted

Only one front light working

Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear brake cable guide insecure

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Seat catch broken

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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BU53 OHF is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 BU53 OHF, 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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BU53 OHF is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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