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LJ53 GUX

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,026 mi
Last recorded25,026 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GUX
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2016 25,026 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty dipswitch sticking (1.2.4)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel rear brake has inadequate reserve travel/adjustment (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swing arm/engine mounting bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 22,685 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 28 Jul 2012 21,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front fork legs worn on chrome/no excessive movement

Pass 28 Jul 2012 21,554 miles

front fork legs worn on chrome/no excessive movement

Pass 25 May 2010 21,547 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 21,547 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2007 20,470 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 20,470 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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 GUX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LJ53 GUX, 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 GUX registered?

LJ53 GUX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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