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HF06 HMU

2006 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,852 mi
Last recorded4,852 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF06 HMU
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 4,852 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 4,142 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 3,492 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 2,729 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 959 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 31,300 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 30,922 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 30,922 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2016 27,098 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 27,098 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 22,941 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 22,941 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 18,974 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 18,973 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 14,969 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 11,022 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2012 11,022 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,864 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 6,864 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 3,102 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,041 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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HF06 HMU is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF06 HMU, 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 HF06 HMU registered?

HF06 HMU is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is HF06 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF06 HMU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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