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LX55 JVC

2006 Piaggio X8 Premium

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,839 mi
Last recorded41,839 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium25,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 JVC
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2018 41,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected NOTCH (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2017 38,018 miles

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

engine mount getting weak

Pass 29 Jun 2016 34,800 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,028 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 27,444 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,928 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 22,886 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,704 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,267 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Apr 2010 22,234 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 21,606 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 21,606 miles

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

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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LX55 JVC is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX55 JVC, 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 LX55 JVC registered?

LX55 JVC is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 10 February 2006.

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