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R49 DDM

1997 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,488 mi
Last recorded9,488 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 DDM
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 9,488 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 9,231 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 9,089 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 8,633 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 7,677 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 7,151 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 6,866 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 6,866 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 6,013 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 5,637 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 5,298 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 4,291 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 4,277 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 3,454 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 3,454 miles

Centre Front 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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R49 DDM is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R49 DDM, 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 R49 DDM registered?

R49 DDM is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R49 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 DDM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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