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LJ05 CDN

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

33,762 mi
Last recorded33,762 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CDN
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2013 33,762 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Main Beam Warning Lamp Not Working

Pass 13 Sep 2012 29,145 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Main Beam Warning Lamp Not Working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 29,139 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Main Beam Warning Lamp Not Working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,843 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 23,654 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,831 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 16,508 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 10,157 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 10,157 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LJ05 CDN is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LJ05 CDN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 CDN registered?

LJ05 CDN is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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