CarVerify

Free Car Check

WA08 HFB

2008 Piaggio Fly

White Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,555 mi
Last recorded21,555 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Fly12,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 HFB
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 21,555 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 21,555 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested could not perform rear brake test due to completely flat rear tyre (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 33,679 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front slightly reduced front damping.

Pass 30 Oct 2020 30,975 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 30,965 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 30,965 miles

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

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2018 30,965 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 30,965 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4) DANGEROUS

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

rear tyre has a punture

Rear no plate light not working

Pass 27 Jan 2017 30,965 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 30,965 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2016 25,515 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 17,914 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 17,914 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 10,794 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 4,656 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 2,807 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 1,270 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
Full Piaggio Fly reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WA08 HFB is a 2008 Piaggio Fly in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 WA08 HFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WA08 HFB?

You can check the full history of WA08 HFB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WA08 HFB registered?

WA08 HFB is a 2008 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is WA08 HFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 HFB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA08 HFB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WA08 HFB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.