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R116 HUM

1997 Piaggio T5

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

16,155 mi
Last recorded16,155 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR116 HUM
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 16,155 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 16,139 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 15,896 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 15,526 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 15,526 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 15,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlamp image deteriorating on dip and main

Pass 6 Apr 2018 14,805 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 14,254 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 13,582 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 12,896 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 12,546 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 11,886 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 11,886 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 11,439 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 11,439 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 10,749 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,882 miles

front brake hose slighty rubbing beneth steering headstock

smell of fuel but no leak evident

Pass 16 Mar 2009 9,255 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 9,255 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,229 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 8,229 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,065 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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R116 HUM is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R116 HUM, 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 R116 HUM registered?

R116 HUM is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R116 HUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R116 HUM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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