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X279 FGP

2000 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

5,554 mi
Last recorded5,554 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Piaggio ET29,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 FGP
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 5,554 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 5,554 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2012 5,554 miles

o/s of front tyre worn

Fail 23 Mar 2012 5,554 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

speedo glass broke

Pass 4 Jun 2010 5,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2009 5,554 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 5,554 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

poor beam pattern on headlamp

Pass 27 Sep 2007 28,621 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 5,554 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 5,554 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 5,554 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 5,554 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 5,554 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 5,554 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio ET2?

Based on 31,323 MOT tests across 3,685 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
618
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 690
Tyre tread not clearly visible 626
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 491
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 441
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 415
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X279 FGP is a 2000 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X279 FGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X279 FGP registered?

X279 FGP is a 2000 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X279 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X279 FGP shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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