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GN08 EKA

2008 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,857 mi
Last recorded12,857 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Nrg8,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 EKA
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 12,857 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2017 12,857 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 12,627 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2017 12,626 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 12,568 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 11,656 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2012 11,656 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 10,093 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

tail tidy undertray missing

Pass 7 Nov 2011 10,093 miles

tail tidy undertray missing

Pass 4 Apr 2011 8,415 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

both brake levers have ends missing

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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GN08 EKA is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 8,321 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 GN08 EKA, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GN08 EKA is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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