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LF51 HRE

2001 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,417 mi
Last recorded12,417 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio ET28,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 HRE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 12,417 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 12,305 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 7,455 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 7,257 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2012 7,257 miles

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

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 7,257 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 7,257 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 7,257 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 7,257 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2011 7,257 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,257 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2010 7,257 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 7,257 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 6,977 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 6,977 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,533 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 5,533 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Centre Front Upper Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Centre Rear Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 5,516 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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LF51 HRE is a 2001 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,820 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 LF51 HRE, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LF51 HRE is a 2001 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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