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LF55 XBE

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

35,724 mi
Last recorded35,724 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 XBE
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 35,724 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

one rear side light not working

Oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2014 35,724 miles

Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

one rear side light not working

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2014 26,281 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 26,249 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 26,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,586 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 13,550 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 13,205 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 12,003 miles

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

engine mounts slightly worn.

Pass 17 Sep 2008 11,355 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 11,355 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

clutch not disengaging/

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 XBE is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XBE, 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 XBE registered?

LF55 XBE is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is LF55 XBE safe to buy?

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