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HF56 FLP

2006 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,120 mi
Last recorded49,120 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2014
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 FLP
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2014 49,120 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 38,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front mudguard broke

Fail 30 Sep 2013 38,122 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front mudguard broke

Pass 29 Aug 2012 31,110 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2012 31,110 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 20,356 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 20,356 miles

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

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

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Offside Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 9,523 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 5,766 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 5,766 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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HF56 FLP is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HF56 FLP, 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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HF56 FLP is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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