MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,635 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Liberty?
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R490 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 R490 SGC, 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 R490 SGC registered?
R490 SGC is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 18 May 1998.
Is R490 SGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R490 SGC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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