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LJ05 CYF

2005 Piaggio B500

Silver Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,934 mi
Last recorded44,934 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 2005 Piaggio B50018,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CYF
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2011 44,934 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))

registration plate not illuminated

Pass 19 Oct 2010 36,861 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,904 miles

r brake pads and discs condition

r brakes require adjustment

Pass 2 Oct 2008 13,031 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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LJ05 CYF is a 2005 Piaggio B500 in Silver with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ05 CYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 CYF registered?

LJ05 CYF is a 2005 Piaggio B500, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is LJ05 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 CYF shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ05 CYF have outstanding finance?

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