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R653 HGF

1998 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,473 mi
Last recorded22,473 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 HGF
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 22,473 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 22,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 22,332 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 22,213 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 22,058 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 21,980 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 21,354 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 20,433 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 20,433 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 18,857 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 18,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 18,116 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 15,522 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 14,326 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 11,444 miles

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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R653 HGF is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R653 HGF, 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.

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What year was R653 HGF registered?

R653 HGF is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R653 HGF safe to buy?

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