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FJ55 BZX

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

59,982 mi
Last recorded59,982 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 BZX
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 59,982 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 59,982 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 59,982 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 58,454 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2017 58,453 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies both front and rear (1.3.1a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 55,251 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 52,393 miles

front brake hose not in clips

Fail 18 Nov 2013 52,392 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

front brake hose not in clips

Pass 13 Dec 2012 44,610 miles

slight bind on rear brake

Fail 3 Dec 2012 44,175 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

main beam warning light lit on dip beam and inoperative on main beam

rear brake will release when going backwards

Pass 26 Nov 2011 40,082 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 34,817 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 24,175 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,576 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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FJ55 BZX is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FJ55 BZX, 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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FJ55 BZX is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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