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BX59 MLE

2009 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Piaggio Fly11,486 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX59 MLE
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025

Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess rubber bush (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 11,999 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023
Fail 25 Sep 2023

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2022

Front Tyre cracking on sidewalls at wheel rim

Fail 18 Oct 2022

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre cracking on sidewalls at wheel rim

Pass 29 Sep 2021 13,508 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 19,978 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 12,093 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 19,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 17,632 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 12,474 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2015 12,474 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,762 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 11,762 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 9,453 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

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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BX59 MLE is a 2009 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 11,486 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 BX59 MLE, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX59 MLE registered?

BX59 MLE is a 2009 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is BX59 MLE safe to buy?

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