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GN53 FCD

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,209 mi
Last recorded21,209 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 FCD
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,209 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 18,854 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 16,016 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 13,307 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 11,088 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 8,124 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 7,043 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 5,273 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 5,271 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

main and dip lighting switch sticky

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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GN53 FCD is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN53 FCD, 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.

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What year was GN53 FCD registered?

GN53 FCD is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is GN53 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 FCD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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