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FJ56 SSU

2006 Piaggio X8 Premium

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,066 mi
Last recorded26,066 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium25,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 SSU
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 26,066 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 24,845 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2020 24,839 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2019 18,462 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 17,599 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 17,329 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 16,726 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 15,575 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 14,088 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 13,823 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,801 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,512 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio X8 Premium?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
1,624
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
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FJ56 SSU is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 25,773 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio X8 Premium fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ56 SSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio X8 Premium typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio X8 Premium is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ56 SSU registered?

FJ56 SSU is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 7 October 2006.

Is FJ56 SSU safe to buy?

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