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LX08 DKY

2008 Piaggio X8

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,556 mi
Last recorded36,556 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio X827,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DKY
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,556 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 32,388 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 32,388 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 28,701 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 21,387 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 21,387 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 16,064 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 16,064 miles

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

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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LX08 DKY is a 2008 Piaggio X8 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,502 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 LX08 DKY, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX08 DKY registered?

LX08 DKY is a 2008 Piaggio X8, first registered on 9 June 2008.

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