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HF08 VDD

2008 Piaggio X8 Premium

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,446 mi
Last recorded21,446 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio X8 Premium15,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 VDD
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 21,446 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy will need replacing in near future,bearings notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 19,858 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 17,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 15,372 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 13,092 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 13,092 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 12,320 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 10,643 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 10,643 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 9,742 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 9,602 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 9,454 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2016 9,454 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 9,146 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 6,258 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 6,214 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 6,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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HF08 VDD is a 2008 Piaggio X8 Premium in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio X8 Premium models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 15,032 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 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 HF08 VDD, 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 18 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 HF08 VDD registered?

HF08 VDD is a 2008 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is HF08 VDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 VDD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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