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DX04 HZM

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,156 mi
Last recorded8,156 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 HZM
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2013 8,156 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

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

centre stand stiff

front fork tubes are pitted

Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 8,815 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 5,441 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 5,441 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 6,407 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 6,336 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 6,329 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2) DANGEROUS

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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DX04 HZM is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DX04 HZM, 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 DX04 HZM registered?

DX04 HZM is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 15 May 2004.

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