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LX53 MFJ

2004 Piaggio Skipper

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,371 mi
Last recorded23,371 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Skipper8,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 MFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelSkipper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,371 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2010 23,354 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 22,236 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 22,235 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 18,148 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 15,875 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 15,875 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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 MFJ is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Skipper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 8,462 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 LX53 MFJ, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Skipper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX53 MFJ registered?

LX53 MFJ is a 2004 Piaggio Skipper, first registered on 13 January 2004.

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