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GN56 FHJ

2006 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,631 mi
Last recorded36,631 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 FHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 36,631 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear view mirror missing.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 34,036 miles

Rear silencer has slight blow at join

Pass 22 Jul 2014 30,166 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 29,437 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 29,111 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 27,519 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 27,479 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front 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)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 13,926 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 FHJ is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GN56 FHJ, 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 GN56 FHJ registered?

GN56 FHJ is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is GN56 FHJ safe to buy?

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