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R327 TLR

1997 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,471 mi
Last recorded12,471 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Nrg9,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 TLR
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2010 12,471 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 12,471 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 12,471 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

BATTERY INSECURE, SHARP EDGES AND PARTS OF FAIRING COVERS MISSING. FRONT FORKS PITTED.N/S MIRROR BROKEN. REAR BRAKE LOCKS UP WHEN STEERING TURNED LEFT. VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE USED DUE TO UNROADWORTHY CONDITION.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 12,297 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 12,297 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 11,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 11,659 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 May 2008 11,649 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 11,649 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 May 2007 10,595 miles

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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R327 TLR is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R327 TLR, 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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What year was R327 TLR registered?

R327 TLR is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R327 TLR safe to buy?

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