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WA03 PJY

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,888 mi
Last recorded12,888 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 PJY
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 12,888 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 11,684 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 11,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2009 10,413 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,907 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 8,907 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,074 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 5,705 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

dim / dip switch stiff to operate

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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WA03 PJY 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 WA03 PJY, 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 WA03 PJY registered?

WA03 PJY is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is WA03 PJY safe to buy?

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