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LJ03 XVD

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,459 mi
Last recorded25,459 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 XVD
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 25,459 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 25,346 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 25,178 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 25,178 miles

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Tail Light Brighter than Stop Light. (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 24,598 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 24,597 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 4 May 2012 19,845 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,745 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 19,745 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,410 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 19,409 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 17,232 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 13,394 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 13,394 miles

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

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 XVD is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 XVD, 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 XVD registered?

LJ03 XVD is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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