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FN04 BWV

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,369 mi
Last recorded20,369 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN04 BWV
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,369 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 20,369 miles

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

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 20,304 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 20,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

FRONT TYRE FLAT!!**!"!

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 8,739 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 8,739 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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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FN04 BWV is a 2004 Piaggio 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 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 FN04 BWV, 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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FN04 BWV is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 19 June 2004.

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