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LJ53 KZY

2003 Piaggio New Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

363,955 mi
Last recorded363,955 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio New Skipper9,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KZY
MakePiaggio
ModelNew Skipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 363,955 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 23,244 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 22,284 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 22,284 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2011 22,183 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,127 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,035 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 13,225 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2008 13,225 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 11,282 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 11,282 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

How Reliable is the Piaggio New Skipper?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
1,308
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 25
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LJ53 KZY is a 2003 Piaggio New Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio New Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 9,843 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 New Skipper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 KZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio New Skipper typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio New Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 KZY registered?

LJ53 KZY is a 2003 Piaggio New Skipper, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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