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R138 GWC

1998 Piaggio ET2

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Piaggio ET28,895 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 GWC
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021
Pass 23 Jul 2019 13,493 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 12,532 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,130 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 11,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Aug 2011 11,405 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2009 9,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,624 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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R138 GWC is a 1998 Piaggio ET2 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 8,895 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R138 GWC, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R138 GWC registered?

R138 GWC is a 1998 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R138 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 GWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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