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R208 KGJ

1997 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,696 mi
Last recorded26,696 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 KGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 26,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 25,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 24,271 miles

Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in fork link pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 21,719 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 20,623 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 20,623 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2017 20,609 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 20,066 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

ft wheel lock nuts no threads engaged

Pass 16 Dec 2011 18,694 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,694 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 18,694 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

clutch incorrectly adjusted

front shock absorber mounting locking device innefective

front wheel rim nut locking device innefective

rear wheel rim nut locking device innefective

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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R208 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R208 KGJ, 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.

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What year was R208 KGJ registered?

R208 KGJ is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R208 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 KGJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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