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R343 FSF

1997 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

8,027 mi
Last recorded8,027 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR343 FSF
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 8,027 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 7,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 7,575 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 7,330 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 6,878 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 5,825 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 4,631 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 4,221 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 3,914 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 3,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 3,146 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 3,146 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2014 2,925 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 2,691 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 1,987 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 907 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 906 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2010 5,895 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 5,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 5,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Mar 2009 5,009 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Feb 2008 4,147 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2006 3,591 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 3,591 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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R343 FSF is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R343 FSF, 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 R343 FSF registered?

R343 FSF is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R343 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R343 FSF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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