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LJ55 KTV

2005 Piaggio Fly

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,556 mi
Last recorded12,556 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Fly12,925 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 KTV
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 12,556 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 12,556 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 12,393 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Mar 2018 12,393 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 11,818 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 8,880 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 5,820 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre cracked between tread blocks

rear brake needs adjusting

rear tyre cracked between tread blocks

rear tyre has been plug repaired

Pass 7 Oct 2013 5,308 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 5,016 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 4,584 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 4,122 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 2,942 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 2,941 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

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 KTV is a 2005 Piaggio Fly in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LJ55 KTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ55 KTV registered?

LJ55 KTV is a 2005 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 17 October 2005.

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