MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
741 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Rear light goes out when brake light is operated. (4.2.3 (b))
Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
No front brake light switch fitted from factory
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio T5?
Based on 23,542 MOT tests across 2,547 vehicles.
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N242 PUW is a 1996 Piaggio T5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1996 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 12,106 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 N242 PUW, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was N242 PUW registered?
N242 PUW is a 1996 Piaggio T5, first registered on 20 April 1996.
Is N242 PUW safe to buy?
The MOT history for N242 PUW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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