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R217 VFJ

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,481 mi
Last recorded12,481 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 VFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 12,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 12,467 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 12,312 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 12,026 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 12,026 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 11,709 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 11,043 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 10,417 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 9,345 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 7,019 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 4,686 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 2,472 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 1,856 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 515 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 37 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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R217 VFJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R217 VFJ, 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 R217 VFJ?

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What year was R217 VFJ registered?

R217 VFJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R217 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 VFJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R217 VFJ have outstanding finance?

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