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AE56 GWP

2006 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,417 mi
Last recorded11,417 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 GWP
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 11,417 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 10,018 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 8,581 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 8,022 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 7,751 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 7,598 miles

slight cracking in front tyre side wall

Pass 9 Apr 2018 7,401 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 7,153 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 May 2015 6,970 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2015 6,970 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 6,789 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 6,789 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2011 6,183 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 5,467 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 5,458 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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AE56 GWP is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE56 GWP, 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 AE56 GWP registered?

AE56 GWP is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is AE56 GWP safe to buy?

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