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LK05 MZW

2005 Piaggio Fly 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

21,703 mi
Last recorded21,703 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Fly 5011,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 MZW
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 21,703 miles

Not able to see the right hand lock stop due to covers! It would appear this needs adjusting / inspecting as there is more lock on the right compared to the left lock!

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Dec 2016 21,703 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Not able to see the right hand lock stop due to covers! It would appear this needs adjusting / inspecting as there is more lock on the right compared to the left lock!

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake Lever was not releasing! (3.3.A1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,432 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 21,432 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 1,533 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 1,533 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 11,540 miles

Oil leak

tyre cracking between tread pattern

Pass 11 Sep 2012 9,532 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 8,700 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 8,700 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 6,805 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 6,805 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(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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LK05 MZW is a 2005 Piaggio Fly 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 LK05 MZW, 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 LK05 MZW registered?

LK05 MZW is a 2005 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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