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FX05 GWE

2005 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,628 mi
Last recorded16,628 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Nrg8,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 GWE
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 16,628 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 15,405 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 15,388 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 14,422 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 10,782 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 10,782 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 16 Jun 2012 9,971 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 4,691 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 3,395 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2009 3,395 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 3,357 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,357 miles

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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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FX05 GWE is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 8,900 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 FX05 GWE, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX05 GWE registered?

FX05 GWE is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 28 March 2005.

Is FX05 GWE safe to buy?

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