Piaggio T5 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Piaggio T5 reliable? We analysed 23,542 real MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio T5 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and direction indicator not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio T5.
Piaggio T5 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio T5. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio T5 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio T5 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio T5 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio T5 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio T5 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio T5 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio T5 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio T5 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 53 | 88.7% | 7,178 | 27,262 | 38,198 |
| 2003 | 169 | 83.4% | 10,001 | 19,787 | 30,307 |
| 2001 | 140 | 85.0% | 5,276 | 13,489 | 25,950 |
| 2000 | 662 | 88.2% | 4,474 | 7,994 | 15,894 |
| 1999 | 4,183 | 85.7% | 5,605 | 9,865 | 14,874 |
| 1998 | 5,578 | 84.4% | 7,375 | 11,746 | 17,416 |
| 1997 | 5,318 | 83.7% | 8,062 | 12,130 | 17,679 |
| 1996 | 3,173 | 83.1% | 7,474 | 12,106 | 16,884 |
| 1995 | 878 | 83.8% | 8,908 | 13,618 | 18,410 |
| 1994 | 719 | 83.7% | 8,415 | 11,887 | 16,280 |
| 1993 | 297 | 83.5% | 8,741 | 14,586 | 19,774 |
| 1992 | 208 | 86.1% | 7,290 | 11,235 | 18,882 |
| 1991 | 250 | 85.6% | 9,436 | 13,066 | 22,354 |
| 1990 | 256 | 83.2% | 11,643 | 15,594 | 21,502 |
| 1989 | 481 | 79.0% | 9,847 | 16,627 | 23,916 |
| 1988 | 261 | 83.1% | 11,818 | 19,519 | 29,596 |
| 1987 | 142 | 87.3% | 13,392 | 20,460 | 32,417 |
| 1986 | 138 | 83.3% | 12,468 | 16,891 | 28,557 |
| 1985 | 93 | 90.3% | 8,253 | 39,266 | 47,977 |
How Long Does a Piaggio T5 Last?
Based on 2,547 Piaggio T5 vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio T5 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio T5 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio T5
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.3% MOT pass rate from 93 tests
79.0% MOT pass rate from 481 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio T5 is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.3% across 93 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio T5 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio T5 THIS CAR | 84.3% | 23,542 | 12,022 mi | 37 yrs |
| Piaggio Vespa | 83.8% | 355,016 | 10,772 mi | 30 yrs |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% | 101,622 | 9,391 mi | 29 yrs |
| Piaggio Nrg | 72.9% | 52,129 | 10,153 mi | 27 yrs |
| Nissan Cube | 76% | 40,688 | 82,123 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio T5 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Piaggio T5Should you buy a used Piaggio T5?
The Piaggio T5 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.3% across 23,542 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Piaggio T5 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (248 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (215), and direction indicator not working (187). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Piaggio T5 owner drives around 337 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Piaggio T5 models stay on UK roads for around 37 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.