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LF04 EJX

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,653 mi
Last recorded17,653 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 EJX
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 17,653 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 17,653 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023
Fail 11 Jul 2023

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 15,990 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 15,987 miles

Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 15,424 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 15,194 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 15,194 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 14,585 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 13,714 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 13,236 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 13,024 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 13,024 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 12,272 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 12,272 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,099 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 19 Feb 2008 7,851 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 7,851 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 444 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LF04 EJX is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LF04 EJX, 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 LF04 EJX registered?

LF04 EJX is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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