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N212 PHV

1996 Piaggio Skipper

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,383 mi
Last recorded15,383 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Skipper9,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN212 PHV
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 15,383 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 14,762 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 14,304 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 13,944 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 13,416 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 12,842 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 12,832 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 12,565 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 12,003 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 11,517 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 10,824 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 8,993 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 7,223 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 4,902 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 2,738 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,608 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 2,479 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2007 2,479 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 2,412 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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N212 PHV is a 1996 Piaggio Skipper in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 9,775 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N212 PHV, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N212 PHV registered?

N212 PHV is a 1996 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 27 February 1996.

Is N212 PHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N212 PHV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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