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R234 BDW

1997 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,241 mi
Last recorded13,241 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Nrg9,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 BDW
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 13,241 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 12,163 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,598 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,205 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,813 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 9,335 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,320 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 7,803 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 7,788 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

locking seat catch missing

Pass 21 Mar 2008 7,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 7,321 miles

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

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

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

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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R234 BDW is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R234 BDW, 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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R234 BDW is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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