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LK08 HVW

2008 Piaggio Liberty

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,088 mi
Last recorded41,088 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Liberty11,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 HVW
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,088 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 36,423 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 36,423 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 33,924 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 33,916 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 27,800 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 25,086 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 25,654 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 19,249 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 14,839 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2013 14,839 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 11,293 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2012 11,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,152 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 6,152 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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LK08 HVW is a 2008 Piaggio Liberty in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 11,124 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 LK08 HVW, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK08 HVW registered?

LK08 HVW is a 2008 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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