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CG12043

2003 Piaggio B500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,354 mi
Last recorded8,354 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2006
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCG12043
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,354 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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CG12043 is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 18,956 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 CG12043, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CG12043?

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What year was CG12043 registered?

CG12043 is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is CG12043 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CG12043 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CG12043 have outstanding finance?

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