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WA05 HSU

2005 Piaggio Nrg

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,708 mi
Last recorded12,708 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Nrg8,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 HSU
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2026 12,708 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2025 12,591 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 12,591 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 12,389 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,726 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 11,726 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 11,726 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2008 5,453 miles

nail in rear tyre

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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WA05 HSU is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 8,900 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 WA05 HSU, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA05 HSU registered?

WA05 HSU is a 2005 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is WA05 HSU safe to buy?

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