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RX06 GFU

2006 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,864 mi
Last recorded88,864 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX06 GFU
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 88,864 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 86,904 miles

high beam warning light not working

Fail 5 Nov 2015 86,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

high beam warning light not working

Pass 11 Jul 2013 7,844 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 78,435 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 51,395 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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RX06 GFU is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 RX06 GFU, 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 RX06 GFU registered?

RX06 GFU is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 6 April 2006.

Is RX06 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX06 GFU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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