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R871 EWT

1997 Piaggio T5

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR871 EWT
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2026 2 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect No discernible beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2025 20,455 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side foot boards (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 20,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 20,455 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 20,455 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 20,455 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 30,453 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 30,453 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Vehicle identification number incomplete (0.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2018 19,927 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 18,718 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 17,145 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 9,374 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 9,374 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 8,516 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 3,820 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 3,694 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 3,688 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 3,466 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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R871 EWT is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R871 EWT, 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.

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What year was R871 EWT registered?

R871 EWT is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R871 EWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R871 EWT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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