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BV03 PGO

2005 Piaggio B500

Black Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,038 mi
Last recorded24,038 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio B50018,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 PGO
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 24,038 miles
Fail 2 May 2026 24,038 miles

Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) rear wheel (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 23,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 23,499 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 23,230 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 23,230 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 28 May 2022 22,787 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,395 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 21,316 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 20,342 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 19,155 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 17,496 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 16,638 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,507 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,791 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 14,070 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 13,080 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 11,482 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 10,053 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 10,053 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 May 2009 7,145 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio B500?

Based on 1,476 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
1,390
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 20
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 16
Headlamp aim too low 14
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BV03 PGO is a 2005 Piaggio B500 in Black with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 18,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio B500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV03 PGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio B500 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV03 PGO registered?

BV03 PGO is a 2005 Piaggio B500, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is BV03 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 PGO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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