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P556 HNE

1996 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

6,831 mi
Last recorded6,831 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Piaggio T512,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP556 HNE
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 6,831 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 6,427 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 6,022 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 5,542 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 4,825 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 4,726 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 4,524 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 4,524 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 4,308 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 4,029 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 3,529 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 3,084 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 2,689 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 2,635 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,564 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 2,478 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 2,457 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 2,454 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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P556 HNE is a 1996 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 12,106 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 P556 HNE, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P556 HNE registered?

P556 HNE is a 1996 Piaggio T5, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P556 HNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P556 HNE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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