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LJ05 CHF

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

57,218 mi
Last recorded57,218 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CHF
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 57,218 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion all over frame/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Road spring corroded Both rear spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion of frame chassis (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2026 57,167 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake component modification unsafe Brake caliper no longer fitted (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion all over frame/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Road spring corroded Both rear spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion of frame chassis (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 55,314 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 54,714 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 53,717 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 50,481 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 50,481 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 48,238 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 48,238 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 43,129 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 43,129 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 May 2013 42,407 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 41,207 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 41,207 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2011 36,058 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 36,029 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 29,948 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 29,936 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Registration plate broken

Pass 25 Apr 2009 27,960 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,081 miles

Rear number plate damaged but still readable

Fail 25 Apr 2008 19,081 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear number plate damaged but still readable

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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LJ05 CHF is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LJ05 CHF, 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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LJ05 CHF is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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