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BU56 KNE

2007 Piaggio ET2

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

29,426 mi
Last recorded29,426 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 KNE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 29,426 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 29,376 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 27,967 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 26,769 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members slight play in front shock linkages (2.3.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only just has visible tread so on very limit for mopeds (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2016 26,769 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose lever mount loose (3.1.2b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on no dip beam (1.1.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only just has visible tread so on very limit for mopeds (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2015 24,204 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2015 24,204 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

head light beam looks like bulb fitted incorrectly aim test not done

Fail 11 Jan 2014 21,897 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 21,897 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 18,911 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 18,911 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 16,751 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 16,740 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 13,039 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 13,039 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 9,006 miles

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

front tyre has slight deterioration on sidewall/ cracks appearing

kickstart lever appears to be seized

Fail 19 Jan 2010 8,939 miles

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

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

front tyre has slight deterioration on sidewall/ cracks appearing

kickstart lever appears to be seized

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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BU56 KNE is a 2007 Piaggio ET2 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 BU56 KNE, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU56 KNE is a 2007 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 24 January 2007.

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