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BU08 GMG

2008 Piaggio Fly

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GMG
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 23,896 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 23,896 miles

Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 20,697 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 16,756 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,291 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,959 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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BU08 GMG is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU08 GMG, 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 BU08 GMG registered?

BU08 GMG is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is BU08 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 GMG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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