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LF51 DHV

2001 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,000 mi
Last recorded40,000 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Skipper10,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 DHV
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 40,000 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 39,093 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 36,609 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 36,200 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 36,062 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 36,062 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2013 35,343 miles

Front shockabsorber lower bush slight play

Pass 16 Jan 2012 34,876 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 34,437 miles

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

front mudgaurd broken but secure

Fail 21 Jan 2011 34,437 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

front mudgaurd broken but secure

Fail 12 Jan 2010 35,279 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 35,279 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 29,088 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,352 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 21,666 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 21,366 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

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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LF51 DHV is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 10,835 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 LF51 DHV, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF51 DHV registered?

LF51 DHV is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is LF51 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 DHV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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