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LF55 XAA

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,856 mi
Last recorded42,856 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 XAA
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 42,856 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 37,228 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2017 37,228 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 35,600 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 9 May 2016 35,600 miles

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

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

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

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 14 Jun 2014 33,503 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 28,749 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 26,927 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 19,005 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 19,000 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Red Light on dash.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Nov 2009 17,535 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 17,535 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 22,380 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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LF55 XAA is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LF55 XAA, 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 LF55 XAA registered?

LF55 XAA is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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