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KE53 JYD

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,335 mi
Last recorded63,335 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 JYD
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2013 63,335 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 62,377 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 59,646 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 59,646 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 29 Nov 2010 56,789 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 54,920 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 54,727 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 44,785 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 33,805 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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KE53 JYD 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 KE53 JYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE53 JYD registered?

KE53 JYD is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is KE53 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 JYD 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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