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V221 GCS

1999 Piaggio T5

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,832 mi
Last recorded13,832 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Piaggio T59,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV221 GCS
MakePiaggio
ModelT5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 13,832 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 13,832 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low Headlight lose as screw missing replace screw and adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Steering head bearing lose but ok after adjusting (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 13,687 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 13,646 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 13,241 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 12,368 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 11,060 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 11,050 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 10,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Apr 2012 10,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 9,465 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 9,465 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2008 8,729 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 7,751 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,723 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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V221 GCS is a 1999 Piaggio T5 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V221 GCS, 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 GCS registered?

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

Is V221 GCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V221 GCS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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