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LA03 LZM

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,700 mi
Last recorded13,700 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 LZM
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 13,700 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 11,282 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp light intensity reduced slightly dull. (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 9,941 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 9,934 miles

Central Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2018 9,927 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 9,844 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 9,844 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 9,812 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 9,702 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 9,524 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 9,436 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 9,374 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 9,364 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 9,364 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 9,299 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 8,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 3,108 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 3,103 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 LZM is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LA03 LZM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA03 LZM registered?

LA03 LZM is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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