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BU54 BBF

2004 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

24,011 mi
Last recorded24,011 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Nrg13,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 BBF
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 24,011 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 10 May 2023 24,011 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected sticking on causing brake to bind (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) spindle clamp bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 May 2022 23,211 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 23,199 miles

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Sliding members (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 22,463 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 22,463 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 20,787 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 20,784 miles

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

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 20,777 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 20,297 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 20,066 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 18,683 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 18,650 miles

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

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

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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BU54 BBF is a 2004 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 13,520 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 BU54 BBF, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU54 BBF is a 2004 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 23 September 2004.

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