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R286 HGO

1997 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,917 mi
Last recorded17,917 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 HGO
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 17,917 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 17,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,445 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 17,034 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 14,018 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006
Fail 29 Jun 2006 11,766 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R286 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R286 HGO, 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 R286 HGO registered?

R286 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R286 HGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 HGO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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