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YJ05 YXZ

2005 Piaggio Fly

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,205 mi
Last recorded30,205 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Fly12,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 YXZ
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 30,205 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 19 Dec 2016 30,205 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2015 28,301 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 2,564 miles

Centre Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013
Fail 30 May 2013 24,540 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 2,271 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 20,906 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Oil leak

advise under body showing signs of corrosion

Pass 22 May 2010 18,693 miles

Offside Outer Rear Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 29 May 2009 14,006 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2009 14,006 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 9,608 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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YJ05 YXZ is a 2005 Piaggio Fly in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 12,925 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 YJ05 YXZ, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Fly is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ05 YXZ registered?

YJ05 YXZ is a 2005 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 21 May 2005.

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