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R998 VNF

1997 Piaggio T5

Gold Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,036 mi
Last recorded11,036 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio T512,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 VNF
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 11,036 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 10,651 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 10,486 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 10,045 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 9,103 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 7,671 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 5,989 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 17,798 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 17,531 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 17,454 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 17,192 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,192 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,192 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 17,192 miles

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))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 11,395 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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R998 VNF is a 1997 Piaggio T5 in Gold with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R998 VNF, 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 R998 VNF registered?

R998 VNF is a 1997 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R998 VNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 VNF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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