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LJ53 UTF

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,268 mi
Last recorded9,268 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 UTF
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 9,268 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 9,268 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 9,188 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 9,188 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 8,037 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 8,037 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,145 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 6,113 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 6,113 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 5,049 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 5,049 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

unable to check headlamp aim

Pass 7 Mar 2008 4,090 miles

uneven wear to front tyre

Fail 6 Mar 2008 4,090 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

uneven wear to front tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2007 3,428 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 UTF is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UTF, 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 UTF registered?

LJ53 UTF is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is LJ53 UTF safe to buy?

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