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R151 VDV

1997 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,339 mi
Last recorded21,339 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 VDV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 21,339 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 21,294 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 21,177 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 20,902 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 20,888 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 20,871 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 19,922 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 19,212 miles

Clutch cable poorly fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 18,734 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,679 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 17,208 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,265 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 15,864 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 15,322 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 15,322 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,899 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 12,188 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 11,138 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 11,004 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 10,754 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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R151 VDV is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R151 VDV, 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 R151 VDV registered?

R151 VDV is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R151 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R151 VDV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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