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WA08 CAE

2008 Piaggio X8

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,366 mi
Last recorded28,366 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio X827,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 CAE
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 28,366 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 25,639 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 23,881 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 23,881 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 22,544 miles

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

Offside Front fairing damaged but secure

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame shock mountings slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

no plate slight damage can still be read

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 4 Apr 2013 22,020 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 22,020 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 20,034 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 13,500 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 6,750 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 6,750 miles

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

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

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

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

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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WA08 CAE is a 2008 Piaggio X8 in Blue 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 X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,502 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 WA08 CAE, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA08 CAE registered?

WA08 CAE is a 2008 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WA08 CAE safe to buy?

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