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HF53 HLE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,696 mi
Last recorded24,696 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 HLE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 24,696 miles

Air filter not fitted correctly

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear Conti 120/70-10 worn down too 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 24,683 miles

Brake lever insecure Rear brake lever pivot broken (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Air filter not fitted correctly

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear Conti 120/70-10 worn down too 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 24,186 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 23,777 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 23,459 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,199 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Running board support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,718 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 21,624 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 21,617 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 21,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,650 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 1,632 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 16,518 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 15,666 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,671 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,736 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 9,339 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 7,033 miles

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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HF53 HLE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF53 HLE, 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 HF53 HLE registered?

HF53 HLE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is HF53 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 HLE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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