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L8 KTV

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,441 mi
Last recorded22,441 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 KTV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 22,441 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 22,306 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 22,059 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 21,751 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 20,980 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 20,597 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 20,454 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 20,417 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 20,361 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 20,148 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 19,700 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 19,291 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,309 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 18,309 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 17,859 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 17,666 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 17,328 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,921 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 15,846 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 15,191 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 14,643 miles

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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L8 KTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 11,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L8 KTV, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L8 KTV?

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What year was L8 KTV registered?

L8 KTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is L8 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 KTV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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