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LJ55 GMG

2005 Piaggio Fly

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

37,954 mi
Last recorded37,954 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Fly12,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 GMG
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 37,954 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 37,286 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 37,275 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2020 37,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 36,828 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 36,769 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 36,711 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 36,655 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,514 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 36,514 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 35,100 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 35,100 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 26,518 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 19,165 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 19,165 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 16,334 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,447 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 12,319 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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LJ55 GMG is a 2005 Piaggio Fly in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 12,925 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 LJ55 GMG, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ55 GMG registered?

LJ55 GMG is a 2005 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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