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KR05 XSL

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

35,640 mi
Last recorded35,640 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 XSL
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 35,640 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 35,369 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 35,369 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 May 2017 35,351 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 32,005 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2015 32,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 7,661 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 7,189 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 7,189 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 7,189 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Feb 2012 7,189 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 7,189 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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KR05 XSL is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KR05 XSL, 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 KR05 XSL registered?

KR05 XSL is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is KR05 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 XSL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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