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LK09 VAF

2009 Piaggio Fly 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,813 mi
Last recorded29,813 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Fly 509,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 VAF
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 29,813 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 29,174 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort very close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 29,174 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort very close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 27,766 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2024 27,766 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected vehicle revs on own on the centre stand and also moves when sitting on with no throttle (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 26,218 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 24,375 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 22,463 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 22,463 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced not working (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected fast idle dragging (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2020 21,154 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 19,494 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 17,809 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2018 17,809 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement All engine mounts/Press-fit bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 16,815 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 16,815 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2016 14,778 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 13,013 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 7,845 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 6,478 miles

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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LK09 VAF is a 2009 Piaggio Fly 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Fly 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 9,695 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK09 VAF, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Fly 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK09 VAF is a 2009 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 7 July 2009.

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