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R775 NEG

1998 Piaggio Liberty

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

9,953 mi
Last recorded9,953 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty7,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR775 NEG
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 9,953 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Reduced damping to shock absorber

Front Valve stem leaking pressure

Rear Reduced damping to shock absorber

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 May 2019 9,953 miles

Rear Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Reduced damping to shock absorber

Front Valve stem leaking pressure

Rear Reduced damping to shock absorber

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 9,953 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 9,629 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 9,448 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 7,618 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,383 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 7,114 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 7,110 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 5,556 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 4,506 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 4,506 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 3,993 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2007 3,993 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 3,402 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 3,402 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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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R775 NEG is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R775 NEG, 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 R775 NEG registered?

R775 NEG is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R775 NEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R775 NEG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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