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LJ55 RFN

2006 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,228 mi
Last recorded19,228 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 RFN
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 19,228 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 19,227 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2012 17,954 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 17,954 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 16,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 14,177 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 14,177 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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LJ55 RFN is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LJ55 RFN, 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 LJ55 RFN registered?

LJ55 RFN is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 27 February 2006.

Is LJ55 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 RFN shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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