MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
7,861 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?
Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R656 TDV is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 R656 TDV, 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 R656 TDV registered?
R656 TDV is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 18 August 1997.
Is R656 TDV safe to buy?
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