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R550 STF

1997 Piaggio Liberty

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,736 mi
Last recorded12,736 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 STF
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 May 2016 12,736 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 9 May 2015 9,293 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2014 6,738 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 4 May 2013 5,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre perished in tread

Pass 31 Oct 2006 5,022 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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R550 STF is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 9,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R550 STF, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R550 STF registered?

R550 STF is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R550 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R550 STF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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