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WA53 DWG

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

11,009 mi
Last recorded11,009 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 DWG
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 11,009 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 10,780 miles

Rear tyre getting low.

Pass 29 Jul 2016 10,555 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 10,555 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2016 10,554 miles

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

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 9,770 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 9,437 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 9,337 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 9,337 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 9,291 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 8,800 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 8,800 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 7,496 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2010 7,457 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2009 6,106 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 4,910 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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WA53 DWG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WA53 DWG, 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 WA53 DWG registered?

WA53 DWG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is WA53 DWG safe to buy?

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