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R39 OCY

1997 Piaggio T5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,397 mi
Last recorded4,397 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 OCY
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 4,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 4,176 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 4,115 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 4,078 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 4,019 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 3,869 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 3,766 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 3,766 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 3,638 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 3,502 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 3,381 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 3,264 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 3,239 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 3,239 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 3,074 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 2,586 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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R39 OCY is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Blue 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 R39 OCY, 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

How do I check the history of R39 OCY?

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What year was R39 OCY registered?

R39 OCY is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R39 OCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 OCY 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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