Piaggio Et2 (2001)
2001 Piaggio Et2
CarHunch analysed 1,290 real MOT records for the 2001 Piaggio Et2. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Piaggio ET2 is a genuinely unreliable scooter by modern standards: just 45% pass their MOT first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly one in two fail their initial test. With 8.1% of vehicles having recorded dangerous defects over their lifetime, structural or safety issues are a real concern for buyers considering secondhand examples.
At nearly 9,500 miles average (very low for a 2001 machine), these scooters accumulate fewer miles than typical, yet still average nearly one failure and two advisories per test—suggesting age-related decay rather than hard use. Before committing to one, have an independent mechanic inspect the electrics, suspension, and braking system, as these consistently trip up the ET2 in testing.
What to check before buying a 2001 Piaggio Et2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,284 | 44.8% | 0.97 |
| Other (0%) | 6 | 88.9% | 0.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Piaggio Et2 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Piaggio Et2 vehicles fall between 5,111 and 12,405 miles.
2001 Piaggio Et2 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 41 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Piaggio Et2
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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26%
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam
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21.9%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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21.8%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.4%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17%
Front wheel bearings have slight free play
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15.7%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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15.6%
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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