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HX06 KBZ

2006 Piaggio X8

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

54,999 mi
Last recorded54,999 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 KBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 54,999 miles

front half of front mudguard missing.

Pass 30 Aug 2018 53,835 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 53,835 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 49,160 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 49,160 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 45,825 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,817 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

numberplate light not working

Pass 6 Nov 2013 44,717 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 44,717 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 41,949 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 41,949 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,930 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 38,864 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 38,864 miles

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

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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 KBZ is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KBZ, 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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HX06 KBZ is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 20 July 2006.

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