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HF03 HYA

2003 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,015 mi
Last recorded23,015 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 HYA
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 23,015 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 23,015 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Apr 2020 22,792 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 22,247 miles

rear suspension slow in returning

Fail 8 Jul 2017 22,247 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (flat) (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

nearside seat bolt loose

rear suspension slow in returning

Pass 7 Feb 2014 18,702 miles

Riders Seat broken but secure at time of test

Fail 31 Jan 2014 18,702 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Oil Light on

Pass 16 Jan 2013 16,953 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 16,953 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 12,961 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,961 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,978 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 10,977 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 7,133 miles

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?

Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
618
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 690
Tyre tread not clearly visible 626
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 491
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 441
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 415
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HF03 HYA is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 8,172 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 ET2 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 690 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF03 HYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio ET2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF03 HYA registered?

HF03 HYA is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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