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L31 LAU

1993 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,598 mi
Last recorded12,598 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Piaggio T514,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 LAU
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 12,598 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 11,458 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 10,571 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 10,085 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 10,085 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

reg plate border incorrect

Fail 12 Sep 2015 10,085 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

reg plate border incorrect

Fail 24 May 2013 10,085 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2013 10,085 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 10,085 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,791 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 9,720 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 9,448 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 9,448 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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L31 LAU is a 1993 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1993 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 14,586 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 L31 LAU, 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 33 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 L31 LAU?

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What year was L31 LAU registered?

L31 LAU is a 1993 Piaggio T5, first registered on 6 September 1993.

Is L31 LAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 LAU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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