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P971 HYC

1996 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,686 mi
Last recorded3,686 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Skipper9,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 HYC
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2014 3,686 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 3,686 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 32,563 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 27,617 miles

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 29,500 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 225,023 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 22,023 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 19,796 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 18,858 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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P971 HYC is a 1996 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P971 HYC, 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

How do I check the history of P971 HYC?

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What year was P971 HYC registered?

P971 HYC is a 1996 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P971 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P971 HYC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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