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X553 EGS

2000 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,014 mi
Last recorded6,014 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2000 Piaggio ET29,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX553 EGS
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 6,014 miles

Central Front Lower front lower structure has minimal corrosion

Pass 12 May 2020 5,572 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 4,828 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 3,853 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 3,853 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 3,779 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2015 3,779 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 2,545 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 2,545 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 1,686 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 1,677 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 847 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 847 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 352 miles

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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X553 EGS 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 71.4%.

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 X553 EGS, 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 X553 EGS registered?

X553 EGS is a 2000 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X553 EGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X553 EGS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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