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R423 ULU

1997 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

4,492 mi
Last recorded4,492 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Nrg9,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 ULU
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 4,492 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 4,492 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 4,062 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2012 4,061 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2011 2,088 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 2,088 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 1,840 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 1,840 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 1,840 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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R423 ULU is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R423 ULU, 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 R423 ULU registered?

R423 ULU is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R423 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 ULU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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