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R159 GSG

1998 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,345 mi
Last recorded10,345 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 GSG
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2011 10,345 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 9,782 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 8,564 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 8,393 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 7,619 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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R159 GSG is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R159 GSG, 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 R159 GSG registered?

R159 GSG is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R159 GSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R159 GSG shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R159 GSG have outstanding finance?

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