MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,283 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
front brake not working
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear tyre age cracked on both sidewalls
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear tyre age cracked on both sidewalls
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Piaggio T5?
Based on 23,542 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R989 VBM is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 R989 VBM, 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 R989 VBM registered?
R989 VBM is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R989 VBM safe to buy?
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