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AE08 JXW

2008 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,306 mi
Last recorded31,306 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JXW
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 31,306 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2016 31,304 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 30,455 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Oct 2015 30,455 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp insecure headlight is insecure and has up and down movement (1.2.3b)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play engine bushes (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 12,077 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 12,071 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 1,088 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 10,878 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 5,517 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 5,517 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Fly?

Based on 24,164 MOT tests across 3,918 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,483
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 507
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 491
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 274
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 196
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 182
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AE08 JXW is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 12,447 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 Fly fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 JXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Fly typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 JXW registered?

AE08 JXW is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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