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S874 RWJ

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,566 mi
Last recorded13,566 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS874 RWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 13,566 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 13,559 miles

Rear Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2024 12,942 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn just above legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 12,942 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn just above legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate incorrect Vehicle was presented for test with blue protective film covering registration plate (0.1 (c))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 12,833 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced Due to tinted lens (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 12,097 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 12,097 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 10,850 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 9,612 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 9,505 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 9,308 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 9,308 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 9,253 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,110 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 8,865 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 8,483 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 7,835 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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S874 RWJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 S874 RWJ, 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 S874 RWJ registered?

S874 RWJ is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is S874 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S874 RWJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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