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LJ08 OHF

2008 Piaggio Fly

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

37,692 mi
Last recorded37,692 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 OHF
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 37,692 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 37,681 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Frame under headstock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 32,270 miles

suspect noisey wheel bearing front

Fail 12 May 2021 32,270 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front shock absorbers pitted with corrosion

suspect front wheel bearing noisey

Pass 4 Jun 2020 28,451 miles

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))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 24,542 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2019 24,542 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 21,011 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm nearside (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 May 2017 17,626 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 17,626 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Pass 6 May 2016 14,140 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 14,139 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 14,139 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,383 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,985 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 29,985 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 25,744 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2012 25,744 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 20,801 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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LJ08 OHF is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LJ08 OHF, 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.

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What year was LJ08 OHF registered?

LJ08 OHF is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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