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LJ56 PLV

2006 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,959 mi
Last recorded32,959 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Piaggio MP317,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 PLV
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 32,959 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 32,711 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 32,490 miles

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 6 Jul 2019 29,799 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 26,340 miles

Nearside Front mudguard loose

Nearside Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering slightly tight in operation

Pass 7 Jul 2017 23,653 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 20,802 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 20,802 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 17,197 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 13,809 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 12,227 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 12,227 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 9,098 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 8,359 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 4,044 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 2,286 miles

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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LJ56 PLV is a 2006 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 17,605 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ56 PLV, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ56 PLV is a 2006 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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