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LK53 AFZ

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,680 mi
Last recorded31,680 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 AFZ
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2011 31,680 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 31,680 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 28,668 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 28,668 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 22,252 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 22,252 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 16,803 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 16,803 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 11,330 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 11,329 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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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LK53 AFZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LK53 AFZ, 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 LK53 AFZ registered?

LK53 AFZ is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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