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BTX 288T

1978 Piaggio T5

Brown Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,210 mi
Last recorded10,210 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTX 288T
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 10,210 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 9,635 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 8,756 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 7,152 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 7,152 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 16,161 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 16,161 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 5,255 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 5,135 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 4,243 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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BTX 288T is a 1978 Piaggio T5 in Brown with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BTX 288T, 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 48 years old, this Piaggio T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTX 288T?

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What year was BTX 288T registered?

BTX 288T is a 1978 Piaggio T5, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BTX 288T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTX 288T shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTX 288T have outstanding finance?

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