MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,216 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)
Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio New Skipper?
Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W78 VLW is a 2000 Piaggio New Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 2000 Piaggio New Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 8,354 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 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 W78 VLW, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio New Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of W78 VLW?
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What year was W78 VLW registered?
W78 VLW is a 2000 Piaggio New Skipper, first registered on 27 June 2000.
Is W78 VLW safe to buy?
The MOT history for W78 VLW shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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