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R243 WGC

1998 Piaggio Px 200 E

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

20,341 mi
Last recorded20,341 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E12,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 WGC
MakePiaggio
ModelPx 200 E
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 20,341 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 20,341 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 20,431 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 20,341 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 20,151 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 19,998 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 19,998 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 19,986 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 19,464 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 18,739 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 18,739 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,323 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 17,556 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,735 miles

Advise no plate maybe illegal

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 12,087 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 9,433 miles

rear drum worn but not excessive

Fail 5 Mar 2007 9,432 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Upper Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Centre Front Upper Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2006 9,400 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 8,574 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Px 200 E?

Based on 30,336 MOT tests across 2,448 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 225
Direction indicator not working 185
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 162
Direction indicators not working 137
Headlamp aim too high 107
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R243 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,037 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 Px 200 E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 225 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R243 WGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Px 200 E typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Px 200 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R243 WGC is a 1998 Piaggio Px 200 E, first registered on 3 July 1998.

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