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FD03 XEP

2003 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,647 mi
Last recorded17,647 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 XEP
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2018 17,647 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2011 14,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

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)

Fuel tank loose

Handlebars possibly bent

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Nearside handlebar grip loose

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 14,677 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

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)

Fuel tank loose

Handlebars possibly bent

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Nearside handlebar grip loose

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

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

Rear mudflap has been rubbing rear tyre

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,695 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 23,695 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,891 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 20,845 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

condition of plastics

grease to front fork seals

Pass 17 May 2007 11,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 May 2007 11,185 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 9 May 2006 10,872 miles

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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FD03 XEP is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FD03 XEP, 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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FD03 XEP is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 2 June 2003.

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