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R423 RKH

1998 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,794 mi
Last recorded13,794 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 RKH
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 13,794 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 13,386 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front shock absorber slightly worn

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 12 Jun 2017 12,859 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 12,030 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 11,359 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 11,359 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 10,060 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,313 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 9,313 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 8,379 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,493 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 7,154 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 7,152 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2009 7,152 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 7,152 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 7,151 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 7,109 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Front Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,872 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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R423 RKH is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R423 RKH, 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.

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What year was R423 RKH registered?

R423 RKH is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R423 RKH safe to buy?

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