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BX04 UXU

2004 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,337 mi
Last recorded16,337 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio B50018,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 UXU
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2013 16,337 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,322 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 13,338 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 May 2010 10,149 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,572 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 3,920 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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BX04 UXU is a 2004 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,018 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 BX04 UXU, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX04 UXU registered?

BX04 UXU is a 2004 Piaggio B500, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is BX04 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX04 UXU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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