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GN04 VLB

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

6,280 mi
Last recorded6,280 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 VLB
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2008 6,280 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2008 19,521 miles

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 14,795 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 14,787 miles

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

Front 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)

Fail 25 Apr 2007 14,787 miles

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

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

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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GN04 VLB is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 GN04 VLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN04 VLB registered?

GN04 VLB is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is GN04 VLB safe to buy?

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