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GK53 EFT

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,700 mi
Last recorded10,700 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 EFT
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,700 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 10,028 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 9,162 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 9,162 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 8,220 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 6,752 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 6,738 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front 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))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 5,133 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 3,849 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 9 Feb 2007 1,331 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 1,331 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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GK53 EFT is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper 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 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 GK53 EFT, 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 GK53 EFT registered?

GK53 EFT is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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