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LJ54 YTF

2005 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,000 mi
Last recorded17,000 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Skipper8,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 YTF
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 17,000 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 30,894 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 25,390 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2010 25,343 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 21,190 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 21,189 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 14,274 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 14,274 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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LJ54 YTF is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 8,673 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 LJ54 YTF, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ54 YTF registered?

LJ54 YTF is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 23 February 2005.

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