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DK08 FZJ

2008 Piaggio MP3 400

Silver Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,759 mi
Last recorded15,759 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio MP3 40017,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 FZJ
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3 400
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 15,759 miles

rear nearside shock absorber slightly misting

Pass 27 Feb 2013 16,707 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 16,707 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 6,562 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 184 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3 400?

Based on 1,080 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,643
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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DK08 FZJ is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 in Silver with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 17,693 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 MP3 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK08 FZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio MP3 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 FZJ registered?

DK08 FZJ is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 400, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is DK08 FZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 FZJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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