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LF05 BWN

2005 Piaggio B500

Maroon Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,152 mi
Last recorded22,152 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio B50018,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BWN
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2021 22,152 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 21,631 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 18,772 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 17,351 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 17,022 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 16,144 miles

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

Unable to see rear brake pads.

Pass 18 Jun 2015 1,525 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,225 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 13,181 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 12,157 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 10,585 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2011 10,585 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,874 miles

Control module under seat not secure

Dipswitch stiff

Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,132 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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LF05 BWN is a 2005 Piaggio B500 in Maroon with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 18,248 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 LF05 BWN, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF05 BWN registered?

LF05 BWN is a 2005 Piaggio B500, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is LF05 BWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 BWN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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