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S42 JBY

1998 Piaggio T5 125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,643 mi
Last recorded9,643 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T5 12510,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 JBY
MakePiaggio
ModelT5 125
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 9,643 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 8,605 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 8,567 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 8,351 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,991 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 7,957 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio T5 125?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
Direction indicators not working 13
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S42 JBY is a 1998 Piaggio T5 125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio T5 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 10,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio T5 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S42 JBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio T5 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio T5 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S42 JBY registered?

S42 JBY is a 1998 Piaggio T5 125, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S42 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 JBY shows 6 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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