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FA05 VML

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,149 mi
Last recorded20,149 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 VML
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 20,149 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 14,914 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 22 Jan 2016 14,913 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 9,757 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 4,034 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 4,034 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 1,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 26,729 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front forks slight pitting

Fail 9 Feb 2012 26,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

front forks slight pitting

Pass 4 Feb 2011 21,760 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Jan 2011 21,667 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 16,151 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,773 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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FA05 VML is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FA05 VML, 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 FA05 VML registered?

FA05 VML is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is FA05 VML safe to buy?

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