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LJ55 USB

2005 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,929 mi
Last recorded7,929 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Nrg8,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 USB
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 7,929 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 7,016 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 6,929 miles

oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2016 6,928 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 5,656 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 3,545 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 29 May 2012 3,545 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Nrg?

Based on 52,129 MOT tests across 11,607 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 1,779
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,263
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,239
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,142
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LJ55 USB is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 8,900 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 Nrg fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 1,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ55 USB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Nrg typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ55 USB registered?

LJ55 USB is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is LJ55 USB safe to buy?

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