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S771 CYJ

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

32,850 mi
Last recorded32,850 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS771 CYJ
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 32,850 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 32,777 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 32,415 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 32,348 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 32,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 32,028 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 31,960 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 31,960 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 31,845 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 12,609 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 12,563 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 12,563 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 11,602 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 10,512 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 2,782 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 2,782 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 1,638 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 4 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 3,406 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2007 3,406 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 3,406 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 3,406 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 3,406 miles

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

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

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

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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S771 CYJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S771 CYJ, 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 S771 CYJ registered?

S771 CYJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 6 October 1998.

Is S771 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S771 CYJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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