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FX04 RWU

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

4,567 mi
Last recorded4,567 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 RWU
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 4,567 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 4,456 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 May 2021 4,456 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 4,340 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 3,549 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 2,894 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,894 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 2,395 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 1,655 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 1,655 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 594 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 590 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,898 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,298 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 7,298 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,202 miles

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

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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FX04 RWU is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FX04 RWU, 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 FX04 RWU registered?

FX04 RWU is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 15 July 2004.

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