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R49 MTV

1998 Piaggio T5 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,412 mi
Last recorded2,412 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T5 12510,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 MTV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5 125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 2,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 1,944 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 1,607 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 1,586 miles

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Interacting with indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Interacting with indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Interacting with indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle grip insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Aug 2008 1,444 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 1,444 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio T5 125?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
Direction indicators not working 13
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R49 MTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio T5 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R49 MTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio T5 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio T5 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R49 MTV registered?

R49 MTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5 125, first registered on 18 July 1998.

Is R49 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 MTV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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