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HY03 EZR

2003 Piaggio B500

Silver Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,717 mi
Last recorded44,717 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio B50018,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 EZR
MakePiaggio
ModelB500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 44,717 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 40,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 37,746 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 37,729 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 34,376 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 33,686 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 32,901 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 31,511 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 30,234 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 30,234 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 29,059 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2011 27,548 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,904 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,493 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 18,089 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,188 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 11,530 miles

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

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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HY03 EZR is a 2003 Piaggio B500 in Silver with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 HY03 EZR, 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 HY03 EZR registered?

HY03 EZR is a 2003 Piaggio B500, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is HY03 EZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 EZR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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