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R402 RAU

1997 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

14,539 mi
Last recorded14,539 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR402 RAU
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 14,539 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 14,539 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 14,246 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 14,159 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 14,159 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 14,006 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 13,895 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 13,816 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 13,724 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 13,724 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 13,654 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 13,302 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,991 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 12,443 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 11,479 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 11,394 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 11,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 10,595 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 9,168 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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R402 RAU is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R402 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R402 RAU registered?

R402 RAU is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R402 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R402 RAU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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