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LJ57 VCF

2008 Piaggio Fly 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,900 mi
Last recorded17,900 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly 509,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 VCF
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 17,900 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 17,900 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 15,353 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 12,047 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 12,047 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 8,546 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 8,542 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 8,542 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 7,764 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 7,764 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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LJ57 VCF is a 2008 Piaggio Fly 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Fly 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,141 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 LJ57 VCF, 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 18 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 LJ57 VCF registered?

LJ57 VCF is a 2008 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 8 February 2008.

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