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YL51 ZBW

2001 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,808 mi
Last recorded38,808 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Skipper10,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 ZBW
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 38,808 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 37,882 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 37,380 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 36,463 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 32,918 miles

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

battery weak/may need charging

Pass 2 Jun 2007 32,675 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 32,675 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 29,630 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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YL51 ZBW is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 10,835 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 YL51 ZBW, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL51 ZBW?

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What year was YL51 ZBW registered?

YL51 ZBW is a 2001 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is YL51 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 ZBW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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