MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,613 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c)
Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Free?
Based on 496 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P878 RYM is a 1996 Piaggio Free in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
Across all 1996 Piaggio Free models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 10,129 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 Free fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P878 RYM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Free typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Piaggio Free is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P878 RYM registered?
P878 RYM is a 1996 Piaggio Free, first registered on 3 December 1996.
Is P878 RYM safe to buy?
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