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LX08 FXC

2008 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,291 mi
Last recorded44,291 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio MP318,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FXC
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 44,291 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 38,233 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 35,328 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 35,297 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 33,151 miles

Offside Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 33,151 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 31,261 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,235 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,718 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 21 Jun 2011 21,951 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,951 miles

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3?

Based on 15,282 MOT tests across 2,699 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
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LX08 FXC is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,860 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 MP3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 FXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX08 FXC registered?

LX08 FXC is a 2008 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LX08 FXC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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