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LK05 CUA

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

30,014 mi
Last recorded30,014 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 CUA
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 30,014 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2023 29,983 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component rear mudguard loose and rubbing on tyre (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate inscription missing corner broken off, letter missing (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 10 May 2022 23,644 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Front Upper Front indicator bulbs approaching white light output due to wear of orange coating

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 10 May 2022 23,644 miles

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

Central Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Front Upper Front indicator bulbs approaching white light output due to wear of orange coating

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 20,184 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded Rust spots to stanchions but not leaking (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 16,361 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 16,361 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 13,598 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 13,598 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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LK05 CUA is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LK05 CUA, 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 LK05 CUA registered?

LK05 CUA is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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