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R973 LCA

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,336 mi
Last recorded5,336 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 LCA
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 5,336 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 5,318 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 5,303 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 5,290 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 4,812 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 4,747 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 4,437 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 4,432 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 4,429 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 4,416 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 4,367 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 4,126 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 3,468 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R973 LCA 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 100%.

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 R973 LCA, 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 R973 LCA?

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What year was R973 LCA registered?

R973 LCA is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 24 July 1998.

Is R973 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R973 LCA shows 13 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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