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GX53 LNG

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100 mi
Last recorded100 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LNG
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 100 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 199 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 14 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 14 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2021 6,205 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil chrome sliders worn and misting of grease present (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil chrome sliders worn and misting of grease present (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 5,646 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 5,498 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 5,498 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 5,200 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 5,161 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 4,148 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 3,318 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 2,793 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 2,443 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 1,288 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 83 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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GX53 LNG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GX53 LNG, 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 GX53 LNG registered?

GX53 LNG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 3 October 2003.

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