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S494 JHG

1998 Piaggio Liberty

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,455 mi
Last recorded23,455 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2007
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty7,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS494 JHG
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2007 23,455 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2007 23,455 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 19,773 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 19,773 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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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S494 JHG is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S494 JHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S494 JHG?

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What year was S494 JHG registered?

S494 JHG is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S494 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S494 JHG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S494 JHG have outstanding finance?

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