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S98 BTV

1998 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,965 mi
Last recorded1,965 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Piaggio T511,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS98 BTV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 1,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 1,896 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 1,664 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 1,664 miles

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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S98 BTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S98 BTV, 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 S98 BTV?

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What year was S98 BTV registered?

S98 BTV is a 1998 Piaggio T5, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is S98 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S98 BTV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S98 BTV have outstanding finance?

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