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E359 SWY

1988 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Piaggio T519,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE359 SWY
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 2 miles

Day time test carried out

Pass 3 May 2013 18,885 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 May 2013 18,885 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Piaggio T5?

Based on 23,542 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 248
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 215
Direction indicator not working 187
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 175
Direction indicators not working 149
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E359 SWY is a 1988 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,519 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 T5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E359 SWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Piaggio T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E359 SWY?

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What year was E359 SWY registered?

E359 SWY is a 1988 Piaggio T5, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is E359 SWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E359 SWY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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