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HF03 VCV

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,443 mi
Last recorded29,443 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VCV
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 29,443 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 29,443 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 28,705 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 28,705 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 26,632 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 24,736 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 24,736 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 23,831 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 22,168 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 21,431 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 20,745 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 20,049 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 20,049 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,373 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 16,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,328 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 13,625 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 13,625 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 13,035 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 12,431 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 12,431 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 11,591 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 11,063 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008 11,063 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,669 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 10,365 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 10,365 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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HF03 VCV is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF03 VCV, 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 HF03 VCV registered?

HF03 VCV is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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The MOT history for HF03 VCV shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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