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R13 GBB

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,010 mi
Last recorded21,010 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR13 GBB
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 21,010 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 11,893 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 11,570 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 11,444 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 10,707 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 10,359 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 9,349 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 8,053 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 6,414 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,399 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 4,568 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 3,928 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R13 GBB is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 11,746 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 R13 GBB, 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 28 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 R13 GBB registered?

R13 GBB is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R13 GBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R13 GBB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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