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EO51 RFL

2001 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

24,263 mi
Last recorded24,263 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio ET28,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 RFL
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 May 2018 24,263 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly not returning correctly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Brake locking device insecure cable lock nut fitted incorrectly and not tight (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded rear hugger loose and not secure (6.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2018 24,234 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 May 2017 21,842 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,978 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 20,969 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on high beam not working (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 19,196 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Jun 2015 19,195 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 May 2015 19,194 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Offside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake pads cannot be inspected .

handlebar/front wheel alignment not true which will affect headlamp aim being too far too the right

no mirrors fitted to machine at time of test

rear number plate lamp not working

Pass 16 May 2007 16,014 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 11,770 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 11,770 miles

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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EO51 RFL is a 2001 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,820 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 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 EO51 RFL, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EO51 RFL is a 2001 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 25 October 2001.

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