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VU52 XAP

2002 Piaggio Nrg

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,450 mi
Last recorded20,450 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Nrg13,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 XAP
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 20,450 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 1,813 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2010 18,013 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 10,473 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 5,559 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 5,404 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 3,601 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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VU52 XAP is a 2002 Piaggio Nrg in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VU52 XAP, 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 XAP is a 2002 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 28 October 2002.

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