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HX06 GXR

2006 Piaggio X8

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,788 mi
Last recorded31,788 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 GXR
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 31,788 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 31,788 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Throttle slightly sticky - But does return.

Pass 20 Jul 2019 31,419 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2017 33,967 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 31,419 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 29,800 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 29,777 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

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

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

number plate light does not illuminate

Pass 22 Jun 2013 26,569 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 26,569 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 26,539 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 24,390 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,174 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 21,174 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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HX06 GXR is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HX06 GXR, 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 HX06 GXR registered?

HX06 GXR is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 10 April 2006.

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