MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,355 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Oil leak
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)
Oil leak
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)
Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)
Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?
Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P947 PLX is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 11,603 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 P947 PLX, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P947 PLX registered?
P947 PLX is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P947 PLX safe to buy?
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