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GN05 GLJ

2005 Piaggio Liberty

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

28,311 mi
Last recorded28,311 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Liberty12,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 GLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 28,311 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 28,311 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 27,650 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 27,463 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2020 27,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 27,239 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,431 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 21,772 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 21,634 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 21,633 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 12,712 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 4,903 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 4,793 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 4,564 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 4,564 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 4,134 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 4,134 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2008 3,453 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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GN05 GLJ is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 12,095 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 GN05 GLJ, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN05 GLJ registered?

GN05 GLJ is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is GN05 GLJ safe to buy?

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