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HX53 RBF

2003 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 RBF
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024

engine mounts have some ware

poor beam patterns

Pass 29 Mar 2023

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

poor beam patterns and not very bright

Pass 11 Mar 2022 20,567 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 19,390 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 18,788 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 16,569 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 31,866 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 30,597 miles

rear tyre getting low

Pass 11 Aug 2012 30,550 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 30,529 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2011 30,462 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,565 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2009 27,460 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 17,549 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,399 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 15,385 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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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HX53 RBF is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX53 RBF, 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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HX53 RBF is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 16 November 2003.

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