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J856 ETV

1992 Piaggio T5

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

24,150 mi
Last recorded24,150 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Piaggio T511,235 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ856 ETV
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 24,150 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 23,950 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 27,352 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 27,186 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 26,975 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 23,248 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 11,107 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 10,905 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 10,545 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 10,206 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 9,926 miles

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

rear tyre shows age related hairline cracking to sidewalls

Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,580 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 9,072 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 8,652 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 8,021 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 7,736 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 7,736 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2005 7,270 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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J856 ETV is a 1992 Piaggio T5 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 11,235 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J856 ETV, 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 34 years old, this Piaggio T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J856 ETV registered?

J856 ETV is a 1992 Piaggio T5, first registered on 6 June 1992.

Is J856 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J856 ETV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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