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LJ03 BUW

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

11,058 mi
Last recorded11,058 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 BUW
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 11,058 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 10,991 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 10,991 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 10,942 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 9,723 miles

Front seat pivot worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 9,723 miles

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

Front seat pivot worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 8,527 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2012 8,527 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 7,843 miles

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

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,843 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 6,705 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 6,418 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 6,304 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 6,291 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,746 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 5,746 miles

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

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,116 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,116 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 BUW is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LJ03 BUW, 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 LJ03 BUW registered?

LJ03 BUW is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 BUW shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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