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LJ05 PWU

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,282 mi
Last recorded27,282 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 PWU
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 27,282 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,307 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2017 26,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,425 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 25,425 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 22,219 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 19,932 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,322 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 16,329 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 16,329 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,696 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 15,694 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,956 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 12,473 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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LJ05 PWU is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PWU, 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 LJ05 PWU registered?

LJ05 PWU is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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