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LJ56 XEM

2006 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,521 mi
Last recorded27,521 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Fly11,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 XEM
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 27,521 miles

Rear brake lever damaged

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2024 24,894 miles

Front and rear tyres starting to perish

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))

Rear brake lever damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2018 24,876 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 23,240 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 23,231 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 23,216 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

bolt missing from exhaust bracket but still secure

indicator switch worn

slight play in headset bearings

Pass 11 Aug 2015 20,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel slightly stiff to turn

Fail 12 Sep 2014 17,714 miles

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

ind switch worn

Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,714 miles

ind switch worn

Fail 12 Nov 2012 17,704 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 17,704 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 7,804 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 5,742 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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LJ56 XEM is a 2006 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 11,347 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 LJ56 XEM, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ56 XEM registered?

LJ56 XEM is a 2006 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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