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LR52 JVF

2003 Piaggio Liberty

Black Petrol 42cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,403 mi
Last recorded15,403 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Liberty7,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 JVF
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine42cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 15,403 miles

Extensive age related cracking on front tyre.

Steering headbearing has slight free play Steering head bearings need adjustment. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 14,614 miles

Age related cracking on front tyre.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked. (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 14,614 miles

Age related cracking on front tyre.

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked. (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 14,365 miles

Throttle cable sticking slightly on left lock.

Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in rear wheel bearings. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 14,365 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle cable sticking slightly on left lock.

Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in rear wheel bearings. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,850 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 25,668 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 24,384 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 24,384 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 23,685 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 23,668 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

seat held by bungie but secure at fixing

Pass 24 Jan 2009 21,010 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 17,359 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 14,000 miles

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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LR52 JVF is a 2003 Piaggio Liberty in Black with a 42cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 7,220 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 LR52 JVF, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LR52 JVF registered?

LR52 JVF is a 2003 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 27 February 2003.

Is LR52 JVF safe to buy?

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