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LJ03 BTE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,447 mi
Last recorded27,447 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 BTE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 27,447 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,021 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 26,638 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2017 26,638 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 23,187 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,559 miles

Nearside Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 19,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 18,500 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 15,195 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 31 May 2011 15,195 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 11,144 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 7,838 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 7,734 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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LJ03 BTE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LJ03 BTE, 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 LJ03 BTE registered?

LJ03 BTE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is LJ03 BTE safe to buy?

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