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R256 EPP

1998 Piaggio ET2

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,928 mi
Last recorded13,928 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Piaggio ET28,895 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 EPP
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 13,928 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 13,926 miles

slight exhaust leak /// ind switch worn

Pass 12 Feb 2015 13,926 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 13,370 miles

REAR TYRE GETTING LOW

Fail 19 Jul 2013 1,313 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2012 12,314 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 11,196 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 10,795 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 10,795 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,505 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 9,985 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,441 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 8,648 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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R256 EPP is a 1998 Piaggio ET2 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R256 EPP, 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 R256 EPP registered?

R256 EPP is a 1998 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R256 EPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 EPP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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