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R510 BRL

1997 Piaggio ET2

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,558 mi
Last recorded28,558 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Piaggio ET211,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR510 BRL
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 28,558 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,217 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan. lower. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

SLIGHTLY REDUCED REAR DAMPING.

Pass 24 Jun 2019 26,835 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 26,524 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 26,016 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

weak centre stand spring

Pass 21 Jul 2015 26,016 miles

weak centre stand spring

Pass 30 Jun 2014 24,114 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 24,114 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 22,395 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 22,268 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 22,268 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 21,874 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 21,626 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 19,860 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 18,023 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 15,897 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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R510 BRL is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R510 BRL, 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 R510 BRL registered?

R510 BRL is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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