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FJ54 TSU

2004 Piaggio B500

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,084 mi
Last recorded32,084 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio B50018,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 TSU
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 32,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 32,038 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 31,950 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 31,887 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 31,811 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 31,425 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 31,280 miles

Front tyre worn to 2mm

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 26 Aug 2014 30,723 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 30,346 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 29,540 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 29,174 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 29,036 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 28,572 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,748 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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FJ54 TSU is a 2004 Piaggio B500 in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FJ54 TSU, 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 FJ54 TSU registered?

FJ54 TSU is a 2004 Piaggio B500, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is FJ54 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ54 TSU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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