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LJ56 MPZ

2006 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,837 mi
Last recorded49,837 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 MPZ
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 49,837 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 43,834 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 49,536 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)

bront brake hose ferrelle slightly corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2012 49,536 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

bront brake hose ferrelle slightly corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2011 40,816 miles

Sidecar front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 40,816 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 39,165 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 33,743 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 32,766 miles

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)

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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LJ56 MPZ is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 20,211 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 LJ56 MPZ, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ56 MPZ registered?

LJ56 MPZ is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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