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LX53 HMG

2003 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,844 mi
Last recorded4,844 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Skipper8,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HMG
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 4,844 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 3,688 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 3,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 2,932 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 2,501 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 1,490 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 8,387 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 6,421 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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LX53 HMG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LX53 HMG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX53 HMG registered?

LX53 HMG is a 2003 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LX53 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 HMG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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