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LJ57 XAV

2008 Piaggio Liberty 125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,939 mi
Last recorded30,939 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Liberty 12514,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 XAV
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty 125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 30,939 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 29,465 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 26,481 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 25,689 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 25,689 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2017 24,179 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 24,179 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jan 2016 22,011 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jan 2015 19,701 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 15,933 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Oct 2013 15,733 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Oct 2013 15,588 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2012 11,203 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 8,365 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 7,522 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 7,522 miles

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

headlamp lens glass broken with sharp edge

How Reliable is the Piaggio Liberty 125?

Based on 23,795 MOT tests across 3,951 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,080
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,951
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 416
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 343
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 256
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 142
suspension bush has excessive free play 141
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LJ57 XAV is a 2008 Piaggio Liberty 125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Liberty 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 14,693 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 125 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ57 XAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Liberty 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Liberty 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ57 XAV registered?

LJ57 XAV is a 2008 Piaggio Liberty 125, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is LJ57 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 XAV 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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