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LJ55 HBY

2005 Piaggio Liberty

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,244 mi
Last recorded27,244 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Liberty12,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HBY
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 27,244 miles

Front Mudguard insecure damaged ()

Fail 15 Jul 2024 27,244 miles

Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working on front brake control and rear brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard insecure damaged ()

Pass 14 Jun 2023 27,244 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2023 27,244 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 25,316 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 25,243 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 24,956 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 24,956 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 23,908 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 23,908 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 23,908 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 23,052 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 18,851 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 18,851 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 15,233 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 11,373 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 8,062 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 4,796 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 1,839 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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LJ55 HBY is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LJ55 HBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ55 HBY registered?

LJ55 HBY is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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