MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,119 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front tyre wall cracking slightly with no cord or ply exposed
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?
Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.
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W679 VGY is a 2000 Piaggio ET2 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 2000 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 9,157 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 W679 VGY, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was W679 VGY registered?
W679 VGY is a 2000 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 18 April 2000.
Is W679 VGY safe to buy?
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