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KX55 VFY

2006 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,928 mi
Last recorded35,928 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 VFY
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,928 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2018 35,928 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour damage to lens emmiting white light (1.1.2b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 30,343 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 2,502 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 13 Feb 2016 27,511 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 24,931 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 24,931 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 21,796 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,955 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 178,620 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 17,862 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Fail 26 Apr 2011 17,827 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2010 16,333 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 16,317 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 10,963 miles

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

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

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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KX55 VFY is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 20,211 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 KX55 VFY, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX55 VFY registered?

KX55 VFY is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 January 2006.

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