CarVerify

Free Car Check

R83 CGJ

1997 Piaggio ET2

White Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,797 mi
Last recorded4,797 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Piaggio ET211,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 CGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 4,797 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 4,107 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 4,105 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 2,824 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 2,092 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 28 Nov 2012 1,494 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 665 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 665 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 111 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 88 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 1 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 6,815 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
Full Piaggio ET2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R83 CGJ is a 1997 Piaggio ET2 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R83 CGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R83 CGJ?

You can check the full history of R83 CGJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R83 CGJ registered?

R83 CGJ is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R83 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 CGJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R83 CGJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R83 CGJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.