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FP53 GXT

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,534 mi
Last recorded13,534 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 GXT
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2025 13,534 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

tyres low in pressure

Pass 4 Apr 2024 11,006 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 10,899 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 10,814 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 10,512 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 9,900 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,266 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 8,873 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 8,492 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,105 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 7,105 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FP53 GXT is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FP53 GXT, 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 FP53 GXT registered?

FP53 GXT is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is FP53 GXT safe to buy?

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