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R147 JGJ

1997 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,086 mi
Last recorded15,086 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 JGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 15,086 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2025 15,083 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2024 14,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 14,172 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 14,139 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2019 13,823 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 13,585 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 13,429 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 13,132 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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R147 JGJ is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 125cc 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 R147 JGJ, 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 R147 JGJ registered?

R147 JGJ is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R147 JGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 JGJ 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.

Does R147 JGJ have outstanding finance?

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