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VX04 UBM

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,839 mi
Last recorded11,839 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 UBM
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2012 11,839 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 11,839 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,733 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 8,347 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 6,755 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 6,755 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,606 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 4,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2008 4,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 1,633 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 UBM is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX04 UBM registered?

VX04 UBM is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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