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YM03 FHK

2003 Piaggio ET2

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,784 mi
Last recorded12,784 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio ET28,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 FHK
MakePiaggio
ModelET2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 12,784 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess rubber mountings worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 12,771 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 12,764 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 12,764 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 12,054 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,355 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 11,355 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 10,940 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 10,589 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 9,671 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 8,821 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 8,821 miles

Rear Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 8,620 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 8,620 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 8,616 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,393 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 7,393 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 6,323 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 5,196 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 5,196 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 3,998 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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YM03 FHK is a 2003 Piaggio ET2 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio ET2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 8,172 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 YM03 FHK, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio ET2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YM03 FHK registered?

YM03 FHK is a 2003 Piaggio ET2, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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The MOT history for YM03 FHK shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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