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VU52 WCL

2002 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,728 mi
Last recorded36,728 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Nrg13,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WCL
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,728 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 36,728 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 36,723 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 30,528 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 30,528 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Feb 2012 25,712 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 25,001 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 25,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 22,758 miles

Right hand tell tale in op.

light pattern degrading

centre stand incomplete

Fail 8 Nov 2007 22,758 miles

Centre Front Lower Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Right hand tell tale in op.

light pattern degrading

centre stand incomplete

Pass 31 Oct 2006 20,857 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 20,788 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 18,494 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 18,494 miles

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

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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VU52 WCL is a 2002 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 13,526 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 Nrg fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 1,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 WCL, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VU52 WCL is a 2002 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 26 October 2002.

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