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LJ53 GNV

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,724 mi
Last recorded18,724 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GNV
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 18,724 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 8 May 2013 18,715 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 1,707 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 13,788 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 1,194 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 10,220 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 7,968 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,724 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 6,724 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

rear tyre pressure low

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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LJ53 GNV is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ53 GNV, 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 LJ53 GNV registered?

LJ53 GNV is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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