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LK53 MVX

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

14,521 mi
Last recorded14,521 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 MVX
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 14,521 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 14,521 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 9,506 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 9,506 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 19 Jan 2011 9,490 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Jan 2010 7,426 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 7,426 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 7,426 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 7,426 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 477 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 13,463 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 10,537 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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LK53 MVX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MVX, 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 MVX registered?

LK53 MVX is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is LK53 MVX safe to buy?

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