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HV52 PBZ

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,368 mi
Last recorded9,368 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 PBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2012 9,368 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 9,368 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 12,857 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

both mirrors broken

seatlock broken

Fail 5 Feb 2011 12,839 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

both mirrors broken

seatlock broken

Fail 2 Feb 2011 12,793 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Both mirrors broken

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Seat lock not working

Pass 15 Dec 2009 6,645 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 6,641 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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HV52 PBZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HV52 PBZ, 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 HV52 PBZ registered?

HV52 PBZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is HV52 PBZ safe to buy?

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