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YX53 FVJ

2003 Piaggio Nrg

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

33,726 mi
Last recorded33,726 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Nrg13,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 FVJ
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 33,726 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 26,610 miles

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

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

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 26,610 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 24,297 miles

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

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

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 24,297 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear brake needs adjusting up

Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,673 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 29 Oct 2010 21,537 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 19,481 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 16,377 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 12,630 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 12,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2006 9,389 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 9,389 miles

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

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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YX53 FVJ is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 13,038 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 YX53 FVJ, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX53 FVJ is a 2003 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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