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HF04 FVW

2004 Piaggio New Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,292 mi
Last recorded11,292 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio New Skipper7,485 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 FVW
MakePiaggio
ModelNew Skipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 11,292 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,909 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 10,624 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 10,294 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 9,751 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 9,543 miles

Slight free play in front fork legs

Pass 20 Feb 2020 9,163 miles

Fork sliding members slight free play ( rocking backwards and forwards)

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 8,855 miles

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess lower fork stantions slider free slight free play (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 8,568 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Forks grease filled with slight misting on sliders too. (2.3.4)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 8,543 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 8,333 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 7,978 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 7,673 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 7,319 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 7,172 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 6,779 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 6,779 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 6,583 miles

Front tyre perishing

Pass 19 Feb 2008 4,888 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 4,888 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Piaggio New Skipper?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
1,308
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 25
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HF04 FVW is a 2004 Piaggio New Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio New Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 7,485 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio New Skipper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF04 FVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio New Skipper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio New Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF04 FVW registered?

HF04 FVW is a 2004 Piaggio New Skipper, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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