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LJ55 ULR

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

26,710 mi
Last recorded26,710 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 ULR
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 26,710 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 26,709 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2019 24,939 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2013 24,888 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2012 23,343 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,502 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 20,494 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 20,489 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 18,047 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 13,630 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Dec 2008 13,630 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 ULR is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 LJ55 ULR, 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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What year was LJ55 ULR registered?

LJ55 ULR is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 5 November 2005.

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