Piaggio Skipper Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Piaggio Skipper reliable? We analysed 13,344 real MOT tests across 2,132 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio Skipper is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Skipper.
Piaggio Skipper Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio Skipper. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio Skipper MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio Skipper to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio Skipper Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio Skipper fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio Skipper Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio Skipper owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio Skipper MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Skipper year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 739 | 78.2% | 4,978 | 8,673 | 14,605 |
| 2004 | 4,976 | 75.0% | 4,708 | 8,462 | 13,400 |
| 2003 | 3,254 | 76.8% | 4,887 | 8,492 | 13,347 |
| 2002 | 1,273 | 75.3% | 5,859 | 9,896 | 15,299 |
| 2001 | 1,443 | 75.9% | 6,212 | 10,835 | 16,390 |
| 2000 | 617 | 75.5% | 6,881 | 10,049 | 15,268 |
| 1999 | 278 | 75.5% | 4,876 | 8,040 | 16,698 |
| 1998 | 212 | 77.4% | 5,687 | 9,102 | 14,361 |
| 1997 | 98 | 85.7% | 4,695 | 7,622 | 10,369 |
| 1996 | 115 | 75.7% | 7,229 | 9,775 | 13,448 |
| 1995 | 94 | 85.1% | 8,149 | 12,317 | 17,831 |
| 1994 | 162 | 82.7% | 4,404 | 8,552 | 11,967 |
| 1993 | 52 | 75.0% | 1,669 | 4,273 | 9,683 |
How Long Does a Piaggio Skipper Last?
Based on 2,132 Piaggio Skipper vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio Skipper Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Skipper MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio Skipper
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.7% MOT pass rate from 98 tests
75.0% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio Skipper is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.7% across 98 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio Skipper Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio Skipper THIS CAR | 76.1% | 13,344 | 9,015 mi | 27 yrs |
| Piaggio Vespa | 83.8% | 355,016 | 10,772 mi | 30 yrs |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% | 101,622 | 9,391 mi | 29 yrs |
| Piaggio Nrg | 72.9% | 52,129 | 10,153 mi | 27 yrs |
| Suzuki GS850 | 82.9% | 6,376 | 36,323 mi | 47 yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Skipper trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Piaggio SkipperShould you buy a used Piaggio Skipper?
The Piaggio Skipper has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.1% across 13,344 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Piaggio Skipper are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (555 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (249), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (239). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Piaggio Skipper owner drives around 1,055 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Piaggio Skipper models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.