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FJ06 VCL

2006 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,030 mi
Last recorded13,030 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 VCL
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 13,030 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 12,982 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 11,216 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 9,777 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2009 9,777 miles

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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FJ06 VCL is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FJ06 VCL, 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 FJ06 VCL registered?

FJ06 VCL is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is FJ06 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ06 VCL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ06 VCL have outstanding finance?

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