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S243 LHG

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,723 mi
Last recorded11,723 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS243 LHG
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 11,723 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 11,723 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 11,706 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 11,540 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 11,271 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 10,881 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 10,322 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 9,417 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 8,226 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,805 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 7,406 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 7,406 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 6,770 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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S243 LHG 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 84.6%.

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 S243 LHG, 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.

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What year was S243 LHG registered?

S243 LHG is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S243 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S243 LHG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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