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N248 XAU

1996 Piaggio T5

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,134 mi
Last recorded16,134 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Piaggio T512,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN248 XAU
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 16,134 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 16,133 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 11,921 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 9,125 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 8,736 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 8,599 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 8,403 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 8,403 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 7,848 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 7,511 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 7,208 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 7,208 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Outer Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2016 6,965 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2015 6,672 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 6,311 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 6,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2012 5,680 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 5,210 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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N248 XAU is a 1996 Piaggio T5 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 N248 XAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N248 XAU registered?

N248 XAU is a 1996 Piaggio T5, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is N248 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N248 XAU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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