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Y279 YCR

2001 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,808 mi
Last recorded37,808 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Nrg11,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 YCR
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2013 37,808 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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 22 Nov 2013 37,808 miles

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 20 Jul 2012 37,736 miles

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

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

locking nut missing from centre stand

offside mirror loose

Pass 22 Dec 2010 35,233 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 31,291 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 21,478 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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Y279 YCR is a 2001 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 11,730 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 Y279 YCR, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y279 YCR registered?

Y279 YCR is a 2001 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 13 August 2001.

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