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LJ05 WMZ

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Diesel 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,107 mi
Last recorded29,107 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WMZ
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 29,107 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 27,798 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 27,798 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,905 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 24,905 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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)

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

pilot bulb at front not working but has second pilot bulb that does work

pilot bulb at rear not working but has second pilot bulb that does work

Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,446 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 20,446 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,614 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 11,699 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 WMZ is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WMZ, 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 WMZ registered?

LJ05 WMZ is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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