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R43 MGC

1997 Piaggio T5

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,715 mi
Last recorded23,715 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 MGC
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 23,715 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 23,463 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 22,382 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 22,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 21,728 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 21,636 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 21,595 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 21,410 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 21,069 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 20,665 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,934 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 17,796 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 16,641 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,997 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 14,314 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 13,017 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 11,779 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 10,625 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 9,404 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 8,034 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 7,215 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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R43 MGC is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R43 MGC, 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 R43 MGC registered?

R43 MGC is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R43 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R43 MGC shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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