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FJ08 UMH

2008 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,972 mi
Last recorded38,972 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 UMH
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 38,972 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 38,969 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2017 35,643 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 34,564 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 34,555 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,020 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 31,020 miles

Nearside Front Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2013 29,503 miles

noise on drive leg

Fail 30 Sep 2013 29,486 miles

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

noise on drive leg

Pass 7 Jul 2012 23,827 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2011 17,000 miles

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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FJ08 UMH is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FJ08 UMH, 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 FJ08 UMH registered?

FJ08 UMH is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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