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R31 VNO

1997 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,672 mi
Last recorded37,672 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 VNO
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 37,672 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 37,669 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 37,669 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 37,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 37,660 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,669 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,069 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,257 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 22,040 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 20,801 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 19,960 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 18,981 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 15,362 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 15,360 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 10,873 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 7,274 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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R31 VNO is a 1997 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 1997 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 12,130 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 R31 VNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R31 VNO registered?

R31 VNO is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R31 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 VNO 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.

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