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LJ04 SZW

2004 Piaggio New Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,646 mi
Last recorded4,646 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio New Skipper7,485 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 SZW
MakePiaggio
ModelNew Skipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 4,646 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 4,562 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2012 4,554 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

rear brake lever operation is light requires adjustment

Pass 26 Jan 2011 704 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 586 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 586 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 4,221 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 4,221 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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LJ04 SZW is a 2004 Piaggio New Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ04 SZW, 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 LJ04 SZW registered?

LJ04 SZW is a 2004 Piaggio New Skipper, first registered on 23 April 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 SZW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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