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LJ56 EXO

2006 Piaggio X8 Premium

Grey Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,985 mi
Last recorded54,985 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium25,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 EXO
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 54,985 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 53,592 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 49,802 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 49,802 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 44,121 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 39,102 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 38,678 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,904 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 23,281 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,281 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 15,502 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 8,086 miles

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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LJ56 EXO is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium in Grey with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 25,773 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 LJ56 EXO, 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 20 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 LJ56 EXO registered?

LJ56 EXO is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LJ56 EXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 EXO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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