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HX03 VUB

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,633 mi
Last recorded35,633 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 VUB
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 35,633 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 32,967 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 29,112 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 24,325 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 19,961 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,995 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,051 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,051 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 13,143 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 11,980 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 11,980 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 10,711 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 8,996 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 8,996 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,057 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 4,225 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 4,225 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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HX03 VUB is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HX03 VUB, 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 HX03 VUB registered?

HX03 VUB is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is HX03 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 VUB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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