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R857 UEY

1997 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,786 mi
Last recorded15,786 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Nrg9,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 UEY
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2011 15,786 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

No high beam, not capable of more than 30 mph

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 15,786 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

No high beam, not capable of more than 30 mph

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2008 13,516 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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R857 UEY is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R857 UEY, 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 R857 UEY registered?

R857 UEY is a 1997 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 7 November 1997.

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