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R809 BVR

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,254 mi
Last recorded10,254 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 BVR
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 10,254 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 10,254 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 9,848 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 9,843 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 9,843 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 9,827 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 9,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,799 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 9,761 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 9,518 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,112 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 7,328 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 6,907 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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R809 BVR is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R809 BVR, 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

How do I check the history of R809 BVR?

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What year was R809 BVR registered?

R809 BVR is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R809 BVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 BVR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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