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R596 GFV

1997 Piaggio T5

Bronze Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,264 mi
Last recorded16,264 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 GFV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2023 16,264 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 15,915 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 12,675 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 6,486 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 1,797 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 28 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R596 GFV is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Bronze with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R596 GFV, 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 R596 GFV registered?

R596 GFV is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R596 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R596 GFV shows 6 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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