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R249 DTG

1997 Piaggio Liberty

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,089 mi
Last recorded1,089 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 DTG
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2019 1,089 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 799 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 24 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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R249 DTG is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 9,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R249 DTG, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R249 DTG?

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What year was R249 DTG registered?

R249 DTG is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R249 DTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 DTG shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R249 DTG have outstanding finance?

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