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AE53 FVZ

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,574 mi
Last recorded9,574 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FVZ
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 9,574 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 8,613 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 8,608 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 27 Sep 2012 7,831 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 6,498 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 5,729 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 5,149 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 4,404 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 3,350 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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AE53 FVZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 8,492 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 AE53 FVZ, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE53 FVZ registered?

AE53 FVZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is AE53 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 FVZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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