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VX05 PVD

2005 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,420 mi
Last recorded16,420 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Skipper8,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 PVD
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 16,420 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 15,577 miles

front forks are stiff operation

Pass 17 Nov 2022 14,991 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 14,041 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 12,885 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 10,282 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 10,270 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2017 10,246 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Front mudguard missing

Pass 17 Jan 2015 9,529 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 7,610 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 7,494 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,796 miles

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

rear brake needs adjusting

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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VX05 PVD is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 8,673 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 VX05 PVD, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 PVD registered?

VX05 PVD is a 2005 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is VX05 PVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 PVD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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