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HF06 EVG

2006 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,107 mi
Last recorded37,107 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF06 EVG
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 37,107 miles

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

Front brake dragging slightly

Main beam warning light obscured by sticker

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 31,684 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Feb 2013 31,684 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 27,032 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 22,647 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre slightly perished in tread

Pass 3 Feb 2010 19,681 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,209 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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HF06 EVG is a 2006 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HF06 EVG, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF06 EVG registered?

HF06 EVG is a 2006 Piaggio B500, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is HF06 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF06 EVG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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