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AU55 EWD

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,268 mi
Last recorded38,268 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 EWD
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 38,268 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 36,452 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 36,422 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,706 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 33,706 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 30,741 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 30,741 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 261,182 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 21,594 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 21,594 miles

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

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

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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AU55 EWD is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AU55 EWD, 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 AU55 EWD registered?

AU55 EWD is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AU55 EWD safe to buy?

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