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P71 VGP

1997 Piaggio T5

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,359 mi
Last recorded22,359 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 VGP
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2020 22,359 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 22,233 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 22,233 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 21,862 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 21,539 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,669 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 19,181 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,442 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 16,901 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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P71 VGP is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P71 VGP, 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 P71 VGP registered?

P71 VGP is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P71 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 VGP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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