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R299 HGC

1997 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,511 mi
Last recorded20,511 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Piaggio ET211,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 HGC
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 20,511 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 19,177 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 13,111 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 8,288 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 4,862 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 4,862 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 4,696 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 4,696 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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R299 HGC is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 11,603 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 R299 HGC, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R299 HGC registered?

R299 HGC is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R299 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 HGC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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