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V578 GLB

1999 Piaggio T5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,326 mi
Last recorded8,326 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Piaggio T59,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV578 GLB
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 8,326 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 8,326 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 May 2016 8,162 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 8,041 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 7,912 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 7,802 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 7,320 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 6,658 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 5,550 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 5,550 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 3,787 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 3,787 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 2,835 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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V578 GLB is a 1999 Piaggio T5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 9,865 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 V578 GLB, 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 27 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 V578 GLB registered?

V578 GLB is a 1999 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V578 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V578 GLB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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