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LJ56 KBV

2006 Piaggio X8 Premium

Grey Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,586 mi
Last recorded46,586 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium25,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 KBV
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 46,586 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 42,010 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 30,254 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 29,339 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 22,061 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 May 2015 22,061 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2014 20,712 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 18,271 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 18,271 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 16,482 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 16,482 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,603 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 11,404 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 KBV is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium in Grey with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KBV, 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 KBV registered?

LJ56 KBV is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 9 October 2006.

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