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RE17 WVU

2017 Piaggio Fly

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

66,016 mi
Last recorded66,016 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2017 Piaggio Fly11,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE17 WVU
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2024 66,016 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Bent (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Bent backwards (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Frame misaligned , steering affected (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 65,123 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2022 55,545 miles

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 55,545 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,855 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 52,855 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2021 52,855 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 50,281 miles
Pass 19 May 2020

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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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RE17 WVU is a 2017 Piaggio Fly in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2017 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 11,364 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 RE17 WVU, 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 9 years old, this Piaggio Fly is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RE17 WVU registered?

RE17 WVU is a 2017 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 27 May 2017.

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