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DK56 GAU

2006 Piaggio X8

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,160 mi
Last recorded72,160 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 GAU
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 72,160 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 67,119 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 57,462 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 46,511 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 46,511 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 37,372 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 30,143 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 20,658 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 12,735 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 12,533 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 9,679 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio X8?

Based on 11,009 MOT tests across 1,337 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
2,086
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 475
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 267
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
suspension bush has excessive free play 135
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DK56 GAU is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 20,211 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio X8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK56 GAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio X8 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK56 GAU registered?

DK56 GAU is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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The MOT history for DK56 GAU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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