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WX53 YMO

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,737 mi
Last recorded18,737 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YMO
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 18,737 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)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 17,150 miles

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 17,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,187 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 13,182 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 13,176 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 12,814 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

exhaust bolts not fitted correctly

number plate cracked but not insecure

rear brake lever pulls into the handlebar

Fail 22 Jul 2010 12,765 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

exhaust bolts not fitted correctly

number plate cracked but not insecure

rear brake lever pulls into the handlebar

Pass 23 Aug 2008 10,110 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 8,134 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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WX53 YMO is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WX53 YMO, 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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WX53 YMO is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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