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P878 RYM

1996 Piaggio Free

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,613 mi
Last recorded15,613 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Free10,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 RYM
MakePiaggio
ModelFree
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 15,613 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 15,613 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 15,613 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 9 Feb 2012 15,613 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 15,608 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 14,500 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 14,490 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2007 14,487 miles

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))

Pass 21 Nov 2006 13,651 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 13,651 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 12,878 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 12,878 miles

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.

79.2%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
Direction indicator not working 7
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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?

The MOT history for P878 RYM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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