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GX53 MGY

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,317 mi
Last recorded7,317 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 MGY
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 7,317 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 2,738 miles

frame covered by body work

Pass 10 Nov 2009 2,497 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 2,497 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 2,476 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 2,454 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 2,454 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,380 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 MGY is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX53 MGY, 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 MGY registered?

GX53 MGY is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is GX53 MGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 MGY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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