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P249 PHY

1996 Piaggio T5 125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,838 mi
Last recorded12,838 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Piaggio T5 12514,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 PHY
MakePiaggio
ModelT5 125
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 12,838 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 12,658 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 12,452 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 12,254 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 12,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 12,210 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 12,150 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 12,120 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 11,974 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 11,928 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 11,858 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 11,816 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 11,745 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 11,589 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,589 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,110 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 11,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 21 May 2009 10,719 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,899 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio T5 125?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
Direction indicators not working 13
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P249 PHY is a 1996 Piaggio T5 125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio T5 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 14,578 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 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P249 PHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio T5 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Piaggio T5 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P249 PHY registered?

P249 PHY is a 1996 Piaggio T5 125, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P249 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 PHY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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