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DX08 PZG

2008 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,481 mi
Last recorded42,481 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio MP318,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 PZG
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 42,481 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 May 2023 42,481 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2022 35,321 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 33,570 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 16,741 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 16,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2012 9,180 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 9,180 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2011 2,256 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3?

Based on 15,282 MOT tests across 2,699 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
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DX08 PZG is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,860 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 PZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was DX08 PZG registered?

DX08 PZG is a 2008 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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