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R8 BLY

1999 Piaggio T5

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,117 mi
Last recorded5,117 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Piaggio T59,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 BLY
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 5,117 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 5,117 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 4,998 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 3,576 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 3,463 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 3,463 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 3,463 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 3,463 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 3,463 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 3,389 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 3,300 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 3,262 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 3,064 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 1,004 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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R8 BLY is a 1999 Piaggio T5 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 9,865 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R8 BLY, 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

How do I check the history of R8 BLY?

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What year was R8 BLY registered?

R8 BLY is a 1999 Piaggio T5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R8 BLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 BLY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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