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LF03 YJB

2003 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,786 mi
Last recorded23,786 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YJB
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 23,786 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 23,396 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 23,168 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 20,929 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 20,925 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2013 20,925 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 20,925 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 19,957 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 19,032 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 16,964 miles

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

rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 25 Aug 2006 15,468 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 15,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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 YJB is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YJB, 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 LF03 YJB registered?

LF03 YJB is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is LF03 YJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 YJB shows 12 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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