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LJ04 HTV

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

17,476 mi
Last recorded17,476 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 HTV
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 17,476 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 17,472 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,781 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Jun 2011 8,467 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 8,467 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,402 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 8,389 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 4,087 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 4,087 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008
Fail 9 Jun 2008 18,468 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 16,153 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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LJ04 HTV is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 LJ04 HTV, 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.

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What year was LJ04 HTV registered?

LJ04 HTV is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 10 April 2004.

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