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FD57 VFB

2008 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,518 mi
Last recorded28,518 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio X827,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 VFB
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 28,518 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 28,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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Fail 16 Jul 2024 28,032 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 27,776 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 27,776 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 27,601 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,297 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 27,736 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 27,735 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 27,735 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 22,084 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 9,458 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 9,457 miles

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

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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FD57 VFB is a 2008 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 2008 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,502 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 FD57 VFB, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD57 VFB registered?

FD57 VFB is a 2008 Piaggio X8, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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