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R271 HGO

1997 Piaggio Liberty

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,113 mi
Last recorded33,113 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 HGO
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 33,113 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 32,964 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 32,416 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 33,415 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 29,089 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 27,451 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 27,451 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 23,926 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 21,610 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

stand spring excessively loose

Fail 2 Apr 2015 21,610 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

stand spring excessively loose

Pass 5 Dec 2013 19,224 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 16,499 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 16,428 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,177 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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R271 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R271 HGO, 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 R271 HGO registered?

R271 HGO is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R271 HGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 HGO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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