MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,062 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Headlamp aim not tested no dip beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure no plate loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?
Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V198 PBM is a 1999 Piaggio ET2 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1999 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 9,757 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 V198 PBM, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was V198 PBM registered?
V198 PBM is a 1999 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 8 September 1999.
Is V198 PBM safe to buy?
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