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LC16 BBU

2016 Piaggio MP3

Grey Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,231 mi
Last recorded24,231 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio MP311,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC16 BBU
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 24,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front steering column head bearing slightly free play

Pass 22 May 2025 22,943 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 21,690 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 21,690 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 20,466 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 19,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 18,244 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 151,134 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3?

Based on 15,282 MOT tests across 2,699 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
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LC16 BBU is a 2016 Piaggio MP3 in Grey with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,316 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio MP3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC16 BBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LC16 BBU registered?

LC16 BBU is a 2016 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 4 May 2016.

Is LC16 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC16 BBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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