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P118 ERC

1997 Piaggio T5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

54,867 mi
Last recorded54,867 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP118 ERC
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 54,867 miles

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 54,867 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2014 52,065 miles

front fender missing

rear r/h indicator lense missing

Fail 16 Jul 2014 52,065 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

front fender missing

rear r/h indicator lense missing

Pass 18 Oct 2012 61,070 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 61,050 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 60,564 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 60,052 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 59,013 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 59,013 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 33,015 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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P118 ERC is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 12,130 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 P118 ERC, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P118 ERC registered?

P118 ERC is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P118 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P118 ERC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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