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AY53 HCX

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,828 mi
Last recorded12,828 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HCX
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,828 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 8,472 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 7,341 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 7,336 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,591 miles

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

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

Rear wheel hugger/deflector loose

Fail 23 Jun 2009 5,582 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2007 4,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 4,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Oct 2006 1,393 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 1,393 miles

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

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

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

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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AY53 HCX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 AY53 HCX, 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 AY53 HCX registered?

AY53 HCX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is AY53 HCX safe to buy?

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