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FP04 FXL

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

7,627 mi
Last recorded7,627 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 FXL
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 7,627 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 7,627 miles

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear brake adjuster nut incorrectly fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2012 7,626 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 7,625 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 3,795 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,731 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 1,676 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 1,394 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 1,382 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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FP04 FXL is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FP04 FXL, 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 FP04 FXL registered?

FP04 FXL is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is FP04 FXL safe to buy?

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