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YK04 HYR

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,201 mi
Last recorded19,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 HYR
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,201 miles

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight fluctuation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2012 7,940 miles

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)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 7,904 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 7,891 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 3 Apr 2009 6,299 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2009 6,278 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,627 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 2,762 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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YK04 HYR is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YK04 HYR, 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.

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What year was YK04 HYR registered?

YK04 HYR is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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