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HF53 MZY

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,427 mi
Last recorded45,427 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 MZY
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 45,427 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 37,525 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 37,525 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,014 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 17,504 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 7,732 miles

The rear tyre has 2mm of tread depth.

Pass 28 Sep 2011 5,347 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 3,319 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 583 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 464 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 456 miles

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

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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HF53 MZY is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 18,956 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HF53 MZY, 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 HF53 MZY registered?

HF53 MZY is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is HF53 MZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 MZY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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