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LW51 XHS

2002 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,750 mi
Last recorded15,750 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Skipper9,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 XHS
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 15,750 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 10,439 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,766 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 8,766 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 8,041 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 4,229 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 2,276 miles

Unable to check front brake fluid due to handle bar muffs fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2010 2,276 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Unable to check front brake fluid due to handle bar muffs fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2009 1 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 1 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 11,013 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 10,973 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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LW51 XHS is a 2002 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 9,896 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 LW51 XHS, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LW51 XHS registered?

LW51 XHS is a 2002 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LW51 XHS safe to buy?

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