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LF03 SMX

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,413 mi
Last recorded15,413 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 SMX
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 15,413 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 15,395 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 14,174 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 13,820 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 13,236 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 13,234 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 13,234 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 13,234 miles

Front Nail in tyre

Pass 31 May 2016 13,234 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 13,234 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,251 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 10,251 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 29 May 2015 10,216 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2014 5,920 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 2,684 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 2,671 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 2,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 2,633 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 2,613 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 2,456 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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LF03 SMX is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LF03 SMX, 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 LF03 SMX registered?

LF03 SMX is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 22 May 2003.

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