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W714 EGH

2000 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,607 mi
Last recorded9,607 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2008
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Skipper10,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW714 EGH
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2008 9,607 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Handlebars are not aligned with yoke

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 7,635 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 7,635 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 7,635 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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W714 EGH is a 2000 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 10,049 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 W714 EGH, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W714 EGH registered?

W714 EGH is a 2000 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 8 August 2000.

Is W714 EGH safe to buy?

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