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WA05 CZZ

2005 Piaggio B500

Black Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,207 mi
Last recorded28,207 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio B50018,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 CZZ
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 28,207 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

can not see fork seal due to sheild

can not see rear brake pads due to wheel coverage

Pass 25 May 2012 27,950 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

cannot inspect rear brake pads due to wheel coverage

cannot see front fork seals due to shield covers

Fail 23 May 2012 27,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

cannot inspect rear brake pads due to wheel coverage

cannot see front fork seals due to shield covers

Pass 19 Apr 2011 24,157 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,157 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 18,663 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,355 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 11,891 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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WA05 CZZ is a 2005 Piaggio B500 in Black with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WA05 CZZ, 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 WA05 CZZ registered?

WA05 CZZ is a 2005 Piaggio B500, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is WA05 CZZ safe to buy?

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