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R508 STF

1998 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,291 mi
Last recorded26,291 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 STF
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 26,291 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 25,738 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 24,986 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit Brake cable on maximum adjustment (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 24,536 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 23,247 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 22,313 miles

front brake travel is slightly long

Pass 14 Aug 2019 21,569 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 20,640 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 20,636 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2017 20,112 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 19,284 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 19,284 miles

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 19,269 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,241 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 16,468 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 14,287 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2011 14,287 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 14,287 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,144 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 13,144 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,813 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 11,813 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R508 STF is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R508 STF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R508 STF registered?

R508 STF is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R508 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 STF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R508 STF have outstanding finance?

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