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GN56 EJJ

2007 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

12,738 mi
Last recorded12,738 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Piaggio X819,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 EJJ
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 12,738 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 11,393 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 11,393 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Some bodywork covers missing

Pass 26 Aug 2016 7,611 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 7,611 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 7,474 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2014 7,432 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2013 2,788 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 2,788 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 2,788 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 2,511 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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GN56 EJJ is a 2007 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 19,956 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 GN56 EJJ, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN56 EJJ registered?

GN56 EJJ is a 2007 Piaggio X8, first registered on 9 January 2007.

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