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P478 JTS

1997 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,316 mi
Last recorded11,316 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 JTS
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 11,316 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 11,106 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 10,737 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 10,580 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 10,293 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 10,095 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 10,042 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 9,850 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 9,572 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 9,250 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 8,842 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 8,474 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 8,350 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 8,334 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 8,141 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 7,912 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 7,077 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 6,423 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,236 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 6,236 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2005 5,843 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2005 5,843 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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P478 JTS is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P478 JTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P478 JTS registered?

P478 JTS is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P478 JTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P478 JTS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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