MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,564 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
seat catch not working fully
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?
Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R156 VGC is a 1998 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 R156 VGC, 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 R156 VGC registered?
R156 VGC is a 1998 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R156 VGC safe to buy?
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