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R115 MGT

1997 Piaggio T5 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,376 mi
Last recorded14,376 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T5 12512,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 MGT
MakePiaggio
ModelT5 125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 14,376 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 13,616 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 13,302 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 13,278 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 13,186 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 13,176 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 12,931 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 12,848 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 12,391 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 11,867 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 11,091 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 10,435 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 9,552 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 8,938 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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R115 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio T5 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio T5 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 12,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R115 MGT, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio T5 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R115 MGT registered?

R115 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio T5 125, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R115 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 MGT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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