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LJ56 RVN

2006 Piaggio X8

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

65,623 mi
Last recorded65,623 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X820,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 RVN
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 65,623 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 65,623 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 64,373 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 64,373 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 59,903 miles

exhaust box is rusty

Pass 23 Nov 2017 55,950 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 55,950 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,237 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 51,237 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 46,400 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 41,458 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 36,142 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 36,142 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 31,122 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 25,974 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 20,995 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 15,455 miles

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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LJ56 RVN is a 2006 Piaggio X8 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LJ56 RVN, 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 LJ56 RVN registered?

LJ56 RVN is a 2006 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is LJ56 RVN safe to buy?

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