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LC17 NPU

2017 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,457 mi
Last recorded19,457 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Piaggio MP310,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC17 NPU
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 19,457 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 17,494 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2023 7,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 10,800 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 10,795 miles

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

Steering head bearings has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (g))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 5,809 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020

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How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3?

Based on 15,282 MOT tests across 2,699 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
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LC17 NPU is a 2017 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 10,302 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 MP3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC17 NPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 9 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LC17 NPU registered?

LC17 NPU is a 2017 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 3 May 2017.

Is LC17 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC17 NPU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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