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LJ55 RDU

2005 Piaggio Fly 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

2,000 mi
Last recorded2,000 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Fly 5011,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 RDU
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 2,000 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2018 2,000 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2017 1,946 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 1,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2016 22,015 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 18,186 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 18,186 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 22 May 2014 13,202 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 22 May 2014 13,202 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 12,250 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

number plate is cracked

Pass 17 Aug 2013 12,250 miles

number plate is cracked

Pass 17 Sep 2011 11,507 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 11,507 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 10,991 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 10,990 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 6,321 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 6,321 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Fly 50?

Based on 2,288 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
1,151
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
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LJ55 RDU is a 2005 Piaggio Fly 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Fly 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 11,986 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 50 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ55 RDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Fly 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Fly 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ55 RDU registered?

LJ55 RDU is a 2005 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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