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LJ53 GVE

2003 Piaggio ET2

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

9,556 mi
Last recorded9,556 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GVE
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 9,556 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 9,484 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 9,357 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 8,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven tyre wear (4.1.3(i))

Fail 3 Jul 2017 8,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven tyre wear (4.1.3(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,771 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 8,709 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 8,600 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 8,600 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,274 miles

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

exhaust rusty.

Pass 30 Sep 2008 7,453 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Sep 2008 7,453 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2007 2,249 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 4,440 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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LJ53 GVE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LJ53 GVE, 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 LJ53 GVE registered?

LJ53 GVE is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LJ53 GVE safe to buy?

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