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BU51 LVW

2001 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,600 mi
Last recorded17,600 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Skipper10,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 LVW
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 17,600 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 17,599 miles

Front Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2019 15,556 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 13,020 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 12,346 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 12,346 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 10,373 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 10,373 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 9,522 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 7,161 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 6,184 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 6,175 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 6,136 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 5,955 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 5,955 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Skipper?

Based on 13,344 MOT tests across 2,132 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 555
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 249
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 239
suspension bush has excessive free play 232
Steering lock stop ineffective 187
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BU51 LVW is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 10,835 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 Skipper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 555 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 LVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Skipper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 LVW registered?

BU51 LVW is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is BU51 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 LVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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