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FP53 GXX

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

25,354 mi
Last recorded25,354 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 GXX
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 25,354 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both fork legs (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 24,174 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

frame getting rusty

no plate slight damage

Pass 12 Dec 2017 23,559 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 23,524 miles

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.)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 22,018 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 22,018 miles

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)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 19,581 miles

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2014 15,189 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 15,189 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 13,402 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 13,402 miles

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))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 11,618 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 10,395 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 10,395 miles

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)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 8,990 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 6,817 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 6,817 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 5,024 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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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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FP53 GXX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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