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LG52 LYJ

2002 Piaggio Liberty

White Petrol 42cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,957 mi
Last recorded11,957 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Liberty8,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 LYJ
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine42cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 11,957 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 11,936 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 11,320 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 4 May 2016 11,320 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Unable to check headlamp aim

Pass 2 May 2015 9,373 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 7,690 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 7,829 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 7,829 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 6,817 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 5,521 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 4,558 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 4,557 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 4,187 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 4,187 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 4,187 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2006 4,187 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Liberty?

Based on 12,694 MOT tests across 1,990 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
720
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,990
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 159
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 124
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 122
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 104
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LG52 LYJ is a 2002 Piaggio Liberty in White with a 42cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 8,262 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 Liberty fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG52 LYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Liberty typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG52 LYJ registered?

LG52 LYJ is a 2002 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 3 December 2002.

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