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HF03 OXR

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,328 mi
Last recorded22,328 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 OXR
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 22,328 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 22,322 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2011 17,277 miles

Vehicle showing general signs of corrosion on chassis, suspension and brake components

Fail 14 Mar 2011 17,277 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Vehicle showing general signs of corrosion on chassis, suspension and brake components

Fail 5 Jan 2011 17,234 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 15,848 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 15,845 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 14,255 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 14,255 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2008 12,549 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 12,549 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 6,458 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 3,085 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 3,085 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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HF03 OXR is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HF03 OXR, 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 HF03 OXR registered?

HF03 OXR is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 10 May 2003.

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