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RX05 OMF

2005 Piaggio X8

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,632 mi
Last recorded23,632 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 OMF
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 23,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 22,007 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 22,003 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 21,996 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 21,996 miles

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

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 21,056 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 20,853 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 16,245 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 16,245 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 16,245 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear swing arm and engine subframe has excessive wear in mounting rubbers (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition silencer holed and blowing (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working not working when front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2018 16,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front engine mounting rubbers worn slightly

Pass 15 Nov 2017 14,605 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 14,581 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 0.76 mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 14,514 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 10,521 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 7,962 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. DIP BEAM (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 7,054 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 6,717 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 6,717 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 3,825 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 3,613 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 3,236 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 3,089 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 2,408 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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RX05 OMF is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RX05 OMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 OMF registered?

RX05 OMF is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is RX05 OMF safe to buy?

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