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R461 VLR

1997 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,505 mi
Last recorded27,505 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 VLR
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 27,505 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 25,151 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 21,147 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 19,601 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 16,490 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 12,404 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 12,291 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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R461 VLR is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R461 VLR, 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 R461 VLR?

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What year was R461 VLR registered?

R461 VLR is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R461 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 VLR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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