MOT Status
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26,696 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in fork link pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
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
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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