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R862 FGO

1997 Piaggio ET2

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,922 mi
Last recorded7,922 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio ET211,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 FGO
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 7,922 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 7,013 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 6,984 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 6,916 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 6,318 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 6,178 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 5,432 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 5,122 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 4,930 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 4,400 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 4,090 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 3,766 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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R862 FGO 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 100%.

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 R862 FGO, 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 R862 FGO?

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What year was R862 FGO registered?

R862 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R862 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 FGO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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