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FJ04 RVU

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

10,887 mi
Last recorded10,887 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 RVU
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 10,887 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 9,268 miles

Nail in rear tyre

front suspenion slight free play

front tyre has cracks not to cords

rear tyre has cracks not to cords

Fail 16 Jul 2013 9,268 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

front suspenion slight free play

front tyre has cracks not to cords

rear tyre has cracks not to cords

Pass 14 Jul 2012 7,150 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 7,150 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 6,973 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,330 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 6,330 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 6,095 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 59,871 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 59,871 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 4,225 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 4,035 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b) DANGEROUS

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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FJ04 RVU is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FJ04 RVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ04 RVU registered?

FJ04 RVU is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 10 May 2004.

Is FJ04 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 RVU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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