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LK05 FVB

2005 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

15,430 mi
Last recorded15,430 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Skipper8,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 FVB
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 15,430 miles

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

front mudguard missing

Fail 27 Feb 2012 15,430 miles

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

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

front mudguard missing

rear tyre under inflatted

Fail 27 Feb 2012 15,413 miles

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

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

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front mudguard missing.

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

Slight play in engine mounting bushs.

Fail 11 Nov 2010 11,568 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 11,568 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 8,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2009 8,010 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 5,339 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 5,339 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LK05 FVB is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 LK05 FVB, 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.

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What year was LK05 FVB registered?

LK05 FVB is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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