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VX08 OTY

2008 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

7,498 mi
Last recorded7,498 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Nrg8,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 OTY
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 7,498 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion grease (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 7,498 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion grease (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 6,806 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

gearcasing bolts missing

Pass 27 Oct 2014 6,806 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

gearcasing bolts missing

Fail 11 Oct 2013 5,202 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 5,202 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 4,783 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 4,783 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,816 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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VX08 OTY is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 8,321 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 VX08 OTY, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 OTY registered?

VX08 OTY is a 2008 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is VX08 OTY safe to buy?

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