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EU56 FJE

2006 Piaggio X8

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,756 mi
Last recorded47,756 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 FJE
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 47,756 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 47,756 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 43,965 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 43,965 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 40,211 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,925 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 35,545 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 35,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,351 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 20,622 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 19,412 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 17,849 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 15,847 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 13,334 miles

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

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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EU56 FJE is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU56 FJE, 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.

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What year was EU56 FJE registered?

EU56 FJE is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is EU56 FJE safe to buy?

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