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LJ53 SXB

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,472 mi
Last recorded18,472 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 SXB
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 18,472 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 18,113 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 18,082 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 17,824 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 16,871 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 15,528 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 14,803 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 14,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 13,784 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 13,784 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 13,784 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 13,208 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 11,164 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 11,164 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2013 8,784 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 8,688 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 8,235 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 7,539 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 7,539 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

very low air presure in front tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2007 5,893 miles

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

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 SXB is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SXB, 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 LJ53 SXB registered?

LJ53 SXB is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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