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FD53 UZM

2004 Piaggio B500

Silver Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,333 mi
Last recorded19,333 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio B50018,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 UZM
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 19,333 miles

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 16,717 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 15,374 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 15,825 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 15,558 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,338 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 14,624 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 13,915 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit brake pad you can see looks low advise further inspection (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 11,844 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 11,092 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 8,491 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2014 8,491 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 6,233 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 6,233 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,040 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 4,782 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 3,135 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 3,061 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 3,061 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 3,038 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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FD53 UZM is a 2004 Piaggio B500 in Silver with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FD53 UZM, 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 FD53 UZM registered?

FD53 UZM is a 2004 Piaggio B500, first registered on 13 February 2004.

Is FD53 UZM safe to buy?

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