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VX53 PKD

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,928 mi
Last recorded11,928 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 PKD
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2011 11,928 miles

front mud gaurd missing

Pass 21 Feb 2009 11,799 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 11,798 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Both Pillion footrest slightly loose

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

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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VX53 PKD is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX53 PKD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 PKD registered?

VX53 PKD is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is VX53 PKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 PKD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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