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VX04 GHA

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

12,710 mi
Last recorded12,710 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 GHA
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 12,710 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front forks badly pitted

Fail 6 Jul 2021 12,662 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam ***************switch faulty******************* (4.1.3 (b))

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

Nearside Steering operation impeded by a fairing lockstop ineffective (2.1.4 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect type of bolts used (skulls) (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

front forks badly pitted

Pass 25 Jun 2020 12,434 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 12,434 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 11,866 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 10,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 10,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 10,180 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 9,679 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 9,169 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 9,169 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,573 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 8,573 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 7,890 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 7,603 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,251 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 7,251 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 6,668 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 6,108 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 5,463 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 5,463 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,976 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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VX04 GHA is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 8,462 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 VX04 GHA, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX04 GHA registered?

VX04 GHA is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 10 May 2004.

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