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LJ03 LAE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,715 mi
Last recorded15,715 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LAE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 15,715 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 15,715 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 14,804 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 14,083 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 14,083 miles

Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 13,386 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 12,744 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 12,744 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2012 11,345 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 10,208 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 9,018 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 7,335 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 5,474 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 5,474 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 4,224 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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 LAE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LAE, 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 LAE registered?

LJ03 LAE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 19 May 2003.

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