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LF03 MGJ

2003 Piaggio B500

Black Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,282 mi
Last recorded33,282 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2010 33,282 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 33,282 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 30,572 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 27,202 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 23,148 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 16,906 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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LF03 MGJ is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Black with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF03 MGJ, 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 LF03 MGJ registered?

LF03 MGJ is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LF03 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 MGJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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