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LF03 XNZ

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,158 mi
Last recorded11,158 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XNZ
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 11,158 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 11,062 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre badly perished

rear brake lever pivot worn

Pass 15 Oct 2021 10,891 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 10,829 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 10,824 miles

Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

some cracking on front tyre wall

Pass 9 May 2018 10,408 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 10,182 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2016 10,120 miles

Rear engine mounts has slight play

Pass 22 Oct 2013 9,495 miles

Engine mounts have slight freeplay!!

Pass 18 Sep 2012 7,784 miles

engine mounts have slight freeplay

seat is loose, but not insecure

Fail 21 Aug 2012 7,763 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Engine mounts have slight freeplay.

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

Front tyre is wearing un-evenly!!

Seat catch is missing making it insecure and the hinge/bracket at the front is broken!!

Fail 19 Jul 2011 2,822 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 2,822 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 369 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 133 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 133 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 924 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 881 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 XNZ is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LF03 XNZ, 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 LF03 XNZ registered?

LF03 XNZ is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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