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BX08 VZV

2008 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

23,615 mi
Last recorded23,615 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Nrg8,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 VZV
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 23,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 23,006 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 22,995 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 21,989 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 21,976 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension rod slightly loose Front fork components severely worn (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2018 21,966 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension rod slightly loose Front fork components severely worn (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 20,070 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,572 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,680 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 15,680 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,295 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 8,142 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,139 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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BX08 VZV is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 8,321 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BX08 VZV, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BX08 VZV is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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