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LK05 HPY

2005 Piaggio Liberty

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,786 mi
Last recorded14,786 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Liberty12,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 HPY
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 14,786 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,079 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,850 miles

kick starter insecure

Fail 13 Apr 2018 10,845 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

kick starter insecure

Pass 18 Nov 2015 10,351 miles

stand damaged

Fail 20 Aug 2015 10,343 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on Dipped Beam (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged Centre Stand broken (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 9,232 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 9,232 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 7,689 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 7,689 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 4,074 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 2,856 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 3,029 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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LK05 HPY is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LK05 HPY, 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 LK05 HPY registered?

LK05 HPY is a 2005 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 22 August 2005.

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