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DK04 TXA

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

9,852 mi
Last recorded9,852 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 TXA
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 9,852 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 7,687 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 6,755 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 1,847 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 1,802 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,141 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 15,141 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 21 May 2009 12,027 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 11,657 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 11,657 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 8,814 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 8,814 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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DK04 TXA is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 8,462 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 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 DK04 TXA, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK04 TXA registered?

DK04 TXA is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 17 July 2004.

Is DK04 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 TXA shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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