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GN03 NWC

2003 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

20,433 mi
Last recorded20,433 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 NWC
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 20,433 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 20,426 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 20 Oct 2010 20,416 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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 Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Upper Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

only one of two headlight bulbs working

Pass 15 Sep 2009 16,308 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 16,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 11,864 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 11,864 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

direction indicators incorect colour

Pass 18 Jun 2007 11,149 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 11,141 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 May 2006 7,555 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 7,542 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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GN03 NWC is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 GN03 NWC, 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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GN03 NWC is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 6 April 2003.

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