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N816 NHW

1997 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,493 mi
Last recorded10,493 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Nrg9,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN816 NHW
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 10,493 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bolts missing transmission cover

front forks slightly stiff

rear tyre has a split

rear tyre pressure low

rear tyre show signs of rubbing ?

slight damage rear registration plate

Fail 14 Nov 2013 10,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bolts missing transmission cover

front forks slightly stiff

rear tyre has a split

rear tyre pressure low

rear tyre show signs of rubbing ?

slight damage rear registration plate

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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N816 NHW is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 9,666 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 N816 NHW, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N816 NHW registered?

N816 NHW is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is N816 NHW safe to buy?

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