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Y588 TGN

2001 Piaggio Nrg

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,849 mi
Last recorded7,849 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Nrg11,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 TGN
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2008 7,849 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 7,849 miles

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

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 5,983 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 5,980 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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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Y588 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Nrg in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y588 TGN, 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 Y588 TGN registered?

Y588 TGN is a 2001 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y588 TGN safe to buy?

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