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Y779 UGP

2000 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

14,858 mi
Last recorded14,858 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Skipper10,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY779 UGP
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,858 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 11,005 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2011 11,005 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 9,604 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2010 9,604 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 13 May 2010 9,604 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 13 May 2010 9,604 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2009 8,869 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 8,687 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 8,687 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,096 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 7,486 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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Y779 UGP is a 2000 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 Y779 UGP, 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 Y779 UGP registered?

Y779 UGP is a 2000 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y779 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y779 UGP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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