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R41 MTV

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,646 mi
Last recorded8,646 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 MTV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 8,646 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 8,646 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 8,646 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 8,646 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 8,646 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 8,646 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 8,646 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 8,646 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 8,646 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 8,646 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 8,565 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 8,565 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,078 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 7,807 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 7,163 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 5,063 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 4,707 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 2,929 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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R41 MTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 11,746 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 R41 MTV, 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 28 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 R41 MTV registered?

R41 MTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R41 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 MTV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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