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GX04 RUH

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

8,368 mi
Last recorded8,368 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 RUH
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 8,368 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 8,112 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 7,690 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 7,234 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 6,905 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 6,878 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2019 6,494 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 6,012 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 5,590 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 4,963 miles

Bike cuts out when rider sits on the seat (probably electrical issue)

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

Idle speed too high

Fail 28 Jun 2016 4,963 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Idle speed too high

Pass 9 Jun 2015 4,865 miles

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

rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 5 Jun 2015 4,865 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 9 Jun 2014 4,585 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 4,585 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 4,133 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 3,824 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 3,824 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2010 3,529 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 3,156 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 2,661 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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GX04 RUH is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX04 RUH, 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 GX04 RUH registered?

GX04 RUH is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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