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KE55 EUW

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,514 mi
Last recorded42,514 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 EUW
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 42,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Apr 2025 42,514 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 41,559 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 41,538 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 34,954 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

high beam tel tail not working

Pass 20 Jun 2012 34,478 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 31,289 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 25,750 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 27,538 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,186 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 22,208 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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KE55 EUW is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 19,462 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 KE55 EUW, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE55 EUW registered?

KE55 EUW is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is KE55 EUW safe to buy?

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