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HX03 MJK

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,049 mi
Last recorded18,049 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 MJK
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 18,049 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 18,049 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding rear brake sticks on (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 18,047 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding rear brake sticks on (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 15,844 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 15,178 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 13,750 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 13,014 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bellypan welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 13,014 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bellypan welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2018 12,078 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly worn unevenly

Pass 14 Jun 2017 11,390 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 11,390 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded underbelly (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 10,553 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 9,539 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 9,095 miles

Slight corrosion on belly pan

Pass 13 Oct 2012 8,757 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 8,757 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 7,882 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 7,138 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 6,185 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,396 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 4,107 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 4,107 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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HX03 MJK is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HX03 MJK, 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 HX03 MJK registered?

HX03 MJK is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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