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BTX 289T

1979 Piaggio Px 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,953 mi
Last recorded12,953 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Piaggio Px 12516,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTX 289T
MakePiaggio
ModelPx 125
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 12,953 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 7,517 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 7,517 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 7,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 7,304 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 6,201 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 5,513 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 4,577 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 3,986 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 36,216 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Centre Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Centre Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Outer Rear Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Px 125?

Based on 20,232 MOT tests across 2,248 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
2,248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 257
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 197
Direction indicator not working 182
Direction indicators not working 144
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
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BTX 289T is a 1979 Piaggio Px 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Piaggio Px 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 16,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Px 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 257 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTX 289T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Px 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 47 years old, this Piaggio Px 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTX 289T?

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What year was BTX 289T registered?

BTX 289T is a 1979 Piaggio Px 125, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BTX 289T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTX 289T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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