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FM51 VTZ

2001 Piaggio ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,139 mi
Last recorded17,139 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio ET412,716 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 VTZ
MakePiaggio
ModelET4
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 17,139 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 15,523 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 13,960 miles

Speedo cable operating but in poor condition

Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,489 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 7,389 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 7,389 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio ET4?

Based on 1,194 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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FM51 VTZ is a 2001 Piaggio ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 12,716 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM51 VTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio ET4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FM51 VTZ?

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What year was FM51 VTZ registered?

FM51 VTZ is a 2001 Piaggio ET4, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is FM51 VTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 VTZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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