MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,354 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both fork legs (5.3.2 (c))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
frame getting rusty
no plate slight damage
Central Front Lower Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
front tyre flat
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Central Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear engine mounting deteriorated
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FP53 GXX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 FP53 GXX, 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 GXX registered?
FP53 GXX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 21 November 2003.
Is FP53 GXX safe to buy?
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