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MX53 HTN

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,497 mi
Last recorded19,497 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 HTN
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2014 19,497 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 17,219 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 17,219 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 17,219 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 16,731 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 15,578 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,533 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,109 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 11,409 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 11,407 miles

Front Lower Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 8,383 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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MX53 HTN is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MX53 HTN, 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 MX53 HTN registered?

MX53 HTN is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is MX53 HTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 HTN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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