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R709 ATU

1997 Piaggio Free

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,895 mi
Last recorded2,895 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Free10,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR709 ATU
MakePiaggio
ModelFree
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2012 2,895 miles

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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R709 ATU is a 1997 Piaggio Free in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Free models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 10,321 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R709 ATU, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Free is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R709 ATU registered?

R709 ATU is a 1997 Piaggio Free, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R709 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R709 ATU shows 1 test 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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