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RK08 GZM

2008 Piaggio Fly 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,943 mi
Last recorded13,943 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly 509,141 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 GZM
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 13,943 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 13,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension has Reduced Damping Effect

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

Rear Suspension Has Reduced Damping Effect

Rear Suspension Silent Block Starting to Perish

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 12,705 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2020 12,705 miles

All direction indicators not working switch not accessible due to tapped on muffs (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested switch not accessible due to tapped on muffs (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working switch not accessible due to tapped on muffs (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements cableties covering digits (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected due to tapped on muffs (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 11,926 miles

all body mountings slightly worn

both forks slightly damp

Pass 8 Oct 2013 8,719 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2013 8,714 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 7,252 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 7,252 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 6,134 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 6,134 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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RK08 GZM is a 2008 Piaggio Fly 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RK08 GZM, 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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RK08 GZM is a 2008 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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