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MX08 TXO

2008 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,079 mi
Last recorded33,079 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 TXO
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 33,079 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear number plate light inop

Fail 27 Nov 2017 33,079 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system bolts loose (7.1.1.c)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged bolts missing from support (3.2.A1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear air box loose near rear wheel

Rear number plate light inop

Pass 5 Nov 2015 29,254 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 23,546 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 23,546 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,401 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 9,928 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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MX08 TXO is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 12,447 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 MX08 TXO, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX08 TXO registered?

MX08 TXO is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 7 June 2008.

Is MX08 TXO safe to buy?

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