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S47 LRA

1998 Piaggio T5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,813 mi
Last recorded15,813 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS47 LRA
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 15,813 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 15,788 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 15,788 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,692 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 15,669 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 15,614 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 15,049 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 14,559 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 12,021 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 12,012 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 12,012 miles

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,987 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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S47 LRA is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S47 LRA, 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 S47 LRA?

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What year was S47 LRA registered?

S47 LRA is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S47 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S47 LRA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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