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V221 DFF

1999 Piaggio T5

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,218 mi
Last recorded5,218 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Piaggio T59,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV221 DFF
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 5,218 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 5,209 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 5,177 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 5,115 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 5,103 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 5,092 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 5,087 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 4,965 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,783 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 4,761 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 4,598 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 4,532 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 4,280 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 4,241 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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V221 DFF is a 1999 Piaggio T5 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 9,865 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 V221 DFF, 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

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What year was V221 DFF registered?

V221 DFF is a 1999 Piaggio T5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V221 DFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V221 DFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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