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LJ16 JGL

2016 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

70,472 mi
Last recorded70,472 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2016 Piaggio MP311,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 JGL
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 70,472 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty Switch stiff in operation (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp switch stiff in operation

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 3 Jun 2024 70,472 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering linkage fouling Mirrors fouling windscreen not allowing full steering lock (2.1.4 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty Switch stiff in operation (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp switch stiff in operation

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Feb 2023 62,319 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 62,319 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 48,446 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 32,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 32,836 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 27,227 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 27,227 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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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LJ16 JGL is a 2016 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,316 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 LJ16 JGL, 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 10 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ16 JGL registered?

LJ16 JGL is a 2016 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 27 August 2016.

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