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S215 FGP

1999 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,408 mi
Last recorded19,408 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2013
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Skipper8,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS215 FGP
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,408 miles

number plate cracked but readable and secure

Fail 18 Sep 2013 19,408 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

number plate cracked but readable and secure

Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,245 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 19,354 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 17,525 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 17,523 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 15,891 miles

Front Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Front mudguard missing.

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2008 15,891 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Front mudguard missing.

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 15,858 miles

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

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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S215 FGP is a 1999 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 8,040 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 S215 FGP, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S215 FGP registered?

S215 FGP is a 1999 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S215 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S215 FGP 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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