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OU55 HTV

2006 Piaggio X8 Premium

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,103 mi
Last recorded37,103 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium25,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 HTV
MakePiaggio
ModelX8 Premium
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2025 37,103 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,611 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 36,262 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 35,988 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 35,702 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 34,562 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 32,501 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 32,186 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 29,015 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 27,626 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 25,680 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 24,269 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 23,439 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 22,050 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 20,326 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 18,185 miles

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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OU55 HTV is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU55 HTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU55 HTV registered?

OU55 HTV is a 2006 Piaggio X8 Premium, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is OU55 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 HTV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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