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LJ56 XAH

2006 Piaggio Fly 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,147 mi
Last recorded28,147 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Fly 5010,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 XAH
MakePiaggio
ModelFly 50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 28,147 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,787 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 27,787 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Handlebar covers containing headlamp are very insecure, there is no point in testing headlamp aim until it secured. (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure Handlebar covers containing headlamp are very insecure. (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected Main alloy part of rear wheel is loose and moving on splined centre bush (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 Oct 2019 27,719 miles

All direction indicators not working All indicators are illuminating but not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle loose Nut has security split pin but nut is not comlpetely tight causing freeplay in rear wheel pivot (5.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of main frame and engine attachment arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 27,551 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded headstock gusset (6.1.1a)

Nearside centre bushing slightly deteriorated

Rear tyre sidewall slightly cracked

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 May 2017 26,047 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 24,608 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 16,736 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 16,736 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 16,621 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 13,105 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2011 13,105 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 8,088 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 7,187 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 7,187 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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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LJ56 XAH is a 2006 Piaggio Fly 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Fly 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 10,112 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 LJ56 XAH, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Fly 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ56 XAH is a 2006 Piaggio Fly 50, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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