MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,831 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio B500?
Based on 1,476 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FN53 BCX is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Silver with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 FN53 BCX, 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.
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What year was FN53 BCX registered?
FN53 BCX is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is FN53 BCX safe to buy?
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