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Y998 RVR

2001 Piaggio T5 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

16,971 mi
Last recorded16,971 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY998 RVR
MakePiaggio
ModelT5 125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 16,971 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 16,644 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 16,282 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 15,860 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 15,458 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 13,300 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 13,259 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 12,533 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 11,806 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 11,011 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,949 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 9,949 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2011 8,833 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 8,833 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 May 2010 7,962 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 7,962 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 6,819 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 6,081 miles

Offside Outer Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 24 May 2008 6,081 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio T5 125?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
Direction indicators not working 13
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Y998 RVR is a 2001 Piaggio T5 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

The most common reason a Piaggio T5 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y998 RVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio T5 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Piaggio T5 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y998 RVR registered?

Y998 RVR is a 2001 Piaggio T5 125, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y998 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y998 RVR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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