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S497 KNK

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,679 mi
Last recorded31,679 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS497 KNK
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 31,679 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 31,427 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 30,917 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 30,543 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 30,528 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 30,507 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 30,163 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 30,161 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 30,147 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 29,695 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 29,216 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 28,681 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 28,213 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 25,228 miles

adjust front brake

Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,228 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 23,893 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 23,499 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 23,461 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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S497 KNK is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S497 KNK, 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

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What year was S497 KNK registered?

S497 KNK is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 3 October 1998.

Is S497 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S497 KNK shows 18 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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