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LA03 LJE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,250 mi
Last recorded7,250 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 LJE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 7,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

exhaust lightly rubbing body when suspension compressed

Fail 28 May 2026 7,247 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

exhaust lightly rubbing body when suspension compressed

Pass 17 May 2025 6,205 miles

Front starting to perish

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear tyre starting to perish

exhaust rubbing on the bodywork when the rear suspension is compressed

Pass 9 Jan 2020 5,830 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 4,910 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 3,768 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 3,697 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 3,497 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 3,066 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 2,899 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,489 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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LA03 LJE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LA03 LJE, 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 LA03 LJE registered?

LA03 LJE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is LA03 LJE safe to buy?

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