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R332 CMV

1997 Piaggio ET2

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

19,246 mi
Last recorded19,246 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio ET211,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR332 CMV
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 19,246 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 19,246 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 19,205 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 19,197 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 18,549 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 18,549 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 14,777 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 14,777 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 13,803 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 13,800 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 11,603 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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R332 CMV is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R332 CMV, 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.

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What year was R332 CMV registered?

R332 CMV is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R332 CMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R332 CMV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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