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V503 DBJ

1999 Piaggio ET2

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,485 mi
Last recorded11,485 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Piaggio ET29,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV503 DBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 11,485 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 11,484 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 11,071 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 7,012 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 7,012 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded Mudguard insecure (6.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 6,826 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 5,213 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 3,108 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 2,639 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 2,063 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 1,392 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 1,392 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 1,383 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 1,379 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 1,374 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 1,369 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2006 1,364 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear 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.

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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V503 DBJ is a 1999 Piaggio ET2 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 V503 DBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V503 DBJ registered?

V503 DBJ is a 1999 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V503 DBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V503 DBJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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