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LJ03 XVN

2003 Piaggio ET2

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

12,361 mi
Last recorded12,361 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 XVN
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 12,361 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 11,450 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 11,450 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 10,577 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 10,577 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 9,590 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 9,590 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 8,437 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 2 Jun 2018 8,437 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 6,927 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 5,437 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 3,994 miles

front fender cracked

nearside mirror broken

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 2,864 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 2,864 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 2,729 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 1,842 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 1,539 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 1,089 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 1,089 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 584 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 314 miles

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 314 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 XVN is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 XVN, 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 XVN registered?

LJ03 XVN is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LJ03 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 XVN shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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