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FJ51 MGX

2001 Piaggio X9

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,551 mi
Last recorded29,551 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Piaggio X912,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 MGX
MakePiaggio
ModelX9
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 29,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 23,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 23,768 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 30,089 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 29,408 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 26,765 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 26,110 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 26,050 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,442 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 25,442 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,851 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 23,580 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 18,077 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 13,221 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 8,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2008 8,371 miles

Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio X9?

Based on 26,401 MOT tests across 3,111 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
993
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 863
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 393
suspension bush has excessive free play 316
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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FJ51 MGX is a 2001 Piaggio X9 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio X9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 12,892 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 X9 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ51 MGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio X9 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio X9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ51 MGX registered?

FJ51 MGX is a 2001 Piaggio X9, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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