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LA51 VBE

2002 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,337 mi
Last recorded21,337 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Skipper9,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 VBE
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2012 21,337 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 19,646 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 18,355 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 16,887 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 16,887 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 15,299 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 15,299 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 13,809 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 13,809 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2006 11,718 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 11,718 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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LA51 VBE is a 2002 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 9,896 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 LA51 VBE, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA51 VBE registered?

LA51 VBE is a 2002 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is LA51 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 VBE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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