MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,803 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component on pivot (2.3.4)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)
Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio T5?
Based on 23,542 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R285 RAU 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 54.5%.
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 R285 RAU, 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 R285 RAU registered?
R285 RAU is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 September 1997.
Is R285 RAU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R285 RAU shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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