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FN53 BCX

2003 Piaggio B500

Silver Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,831 mi
Last recorded40,831 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 BCX
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 40,831 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 39,327 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2017 39,318 miles

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)

Pass 3 May 2016 35,546 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 May 2016 35,546 miles

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)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,017 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 May 2013 34,443 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,443 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 29,993 miles

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)

Pass 4 May 2011 29,993 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 23,567 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 19,401 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 19,401 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 10,845 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 10,835 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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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.

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