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HW12 CBU

2012 Piaggio Fly

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,458 mi
Last recorded14,458 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Fly11,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW12 CBU
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 14,458 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 14,449 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2024 14,446 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 12,700 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 12,322 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 4,797 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 2,392 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 801 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 651 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 430 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 430 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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HW12 CBU is a 2012 Piaggio Fly in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 11,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HW12 CBU, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Fly is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW12 CBU registered?

HW12 CBU is a 2012 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is HW12 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW12 CBU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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