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R358 KAE

1998 Piaggio Liberty

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,968 mi
Last recorded17,968 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty7,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 KAE
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 17,968 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 16,049 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2007 16,049 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 1,462 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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R358 KAE is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 7,601 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 R358 KAE, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R358 KAE registered?

R358 KAE is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R358 KAE safe to buy?

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