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LF03 VAE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,473 mi
Last recorded14,473 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 VAE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 14,473 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,473 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 14,473 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 14,473 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 14,473 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 14,473 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Upper Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,016 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 14,010 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2010 11,933 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre wearing uneven

rear brake lever travel at limit

Pass 7 Mar 2009 10,313 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 7,727 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 VAE 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 81.8%.

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 VAE, 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 VAE registered?

LF03 VAE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is LF03 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 VAE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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