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PO55 RNF

2005 Piaggio X8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,731 mi
Last recorded45,731 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 RNF
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 45,731 miles

none standard exhaust can fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2015 45,731 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 43,621 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 43,551 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

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

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2013 39,428 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Throttle cable corroded

Fail 10 May 2013 39,428 miles

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Throttle cable corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2012 37,659 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 34,923 miles

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

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

only 1x rear position bulb working

Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 15,271 miles

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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PO55 RNF is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PO55 RNF, 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 PO55 RNF registered?

PO55 RNF is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 23 October 2005.

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