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R249 LRH

1997 Piaggio Liberty

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

5,624 mi
Last recorded5,624 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 LRH
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 5,624 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 5,624 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear rear shock slightly reduced damping effect.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 5,624 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 5,624 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 5,624 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 5,624 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 5,624 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 5,624 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 5,624 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 5,624 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 5,624 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 5,624 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 5,624 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 15 Oct 2013 5,624 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 5,624 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 5,624 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 5,624 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 5,324 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 5,324 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 5,624 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 5,624 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 5,624 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 5,624 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 5,624 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2006 5,624 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2005 5,624 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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 LRH is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 R249 LRH, 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.

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What year was R249 LRH registered?

R249 LRH is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R249 LRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 LRH shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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