Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Piaggio Fly?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Piaggio Fly?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Piaggio Fly?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Piaggio Fly vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Piaggio Fly reliable?

Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles, the 2016 Piaggio Fly has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Piaggio Fly?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Piaggio Fly are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.3% of vehicles), Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (17.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Piaggio Fly?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Piaggio Fly (2016)

300 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Piaggio Fly

CarHunch analysed 300 real MOT records for the 2016 Piaggio Fly. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 300 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Piaggio Fly beats the UK average pass rate by 4.1 percentage points at 84.1%, which is solid, but the dangerous defect rate of 29% is a serious concern—nearly three in ten of these scooters have shown critical safety issues at MOT, well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one. This is a reliability red flag that shouldn't be ignored, especially if you're relying on the machine for regular commuting.

At 14,378 miles median mileage for an eight-year-old scooter, these machines are fairly lightly used, which is encouraging. However, the average of 0.87 failures and 1.9 advisories per test suggests minor wear and maintenance gaps are routine—meaning you should budget for regular servicing and expect to address small issues before they become dangerous ones. Before purchase, have an independent mechanic inspect any Piaggio Fly closely, paying particular attention to braking systems and structural integrity.

The 2016 Piaggio Fly has a decent first-time pass rate (84.1%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

84.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.87

Over 4.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–23k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 300 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 300 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.2%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 16.2%

Front Brake binding but not excessively · Front Brake excessively binding · Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 12.5%

Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp not working on dipped beam

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 9.1%

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Suspension & steering 7.5%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Steering headbearing has slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Piaggio Fly

Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,900 Piaggio Fly vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 28.2%

1,100

Black 25.6%

999

Silver 20.9%

816

White 16.5%

645

Red 8.3%

325

Grey 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Piaggio Fly vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,378

typical

7,674

low mileage

23,448

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Piaggio Fly vehicles fall between 7,674 and 23,448 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,674 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,674–23,448 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Piaggio Flys sit.

⚠ Over 31,654 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Piaggio Fly — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 48% of 2016 Piaggio Flys are still active.

Numbers are declining — 106 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.87

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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