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GX04 UVD

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

6,249 mi
Last recorded6,249 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 UVD
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 6,249 miles

Corrosion to both front shock absorber stantions

Corrosion to frame and rear spring

Fail 13 Jan 2015 6,241 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Corrosion to both front shock absorber stantions

Corrosion to frame and rear spring

Fail 17 Dec 2014 6,171 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Battery poorly secured

Corrosion to frame and rear coil spring

Front shock absorber stanstions pitted

Strong smell of fuel possible leak from carb

Pass 23 Jul 2010 5,619 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 3,605 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 3,605 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 17,796 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 5,172 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 5,172 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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 UVD is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GX04 UVD, 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 GX04 UVD registered?

GX04 UVD is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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