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V744 DBY

1999 Piaggio New Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,923 mi
Last recorded6,923 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Piaggio New Skipper5,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV744 DBY
MakePiaggio
ModelNew Skipper
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 6,923 miles

Front brake pads damaged but functional

Front mudguard missing

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021 6,923 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements font too small (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads damaged but functional

Front mudguard missing

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 6,092 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2018 1,514 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 642 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 605 miles

slight play in engine mounts

Pass 22 Sep 2006 579 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio New Skipper?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
1,308
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 25
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V744 DBY is a 1999 Piaggio New Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio New Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 5,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio New Skipper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V744 DBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio New Skipper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Piaggio New Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V744 DBY is a 1999 Piaggio New Skipper, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V744 DBY safe to buy?

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