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PO53 USJ

2004 Piaggio B500

Red Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,519 mi
Last recorded18,519 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio B50018,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 USJ
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 18,519 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 17,938 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 17,938 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,401 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 14,243 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 11,551 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,924 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 7,552 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 7,552 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 7,492 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 7,326 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 7,174 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 6,939 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 6,745 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 5,515 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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PO53 USJ is a 2004 Piaggio B500 in Red with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio B500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,018 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 PO53 USJ, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio B500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO53 USJ registered?

PO53 USJ is a 2004 Piaggio B500, first registered on 3 January 2004.

Is PO53 USJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO53 USJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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