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R157 NGN

1998 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,686 mi
Last recorded16,686 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 NGN
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 16,686 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 16,194 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 16,095 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 15,657 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 15,349 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 14,622 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 14,380 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 13,849 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 4,800 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 3,297 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 2,541 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 1,755 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 1 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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R157 NGN is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R157 NGN, 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

How do I check the history of R157 NGN?

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What year was R157 NGN registered?

R157 NGN is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R157 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 NGN shows 13 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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