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R496 SCU

1998 Piaggio Liberty 125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,191 mi
Last recorded4,191 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty 12511,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 SCU
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty 125
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 4,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2014 1,667 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 1,548 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 1,548 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Liberty 125?

Based on 23,795 MOT tests across 3,951 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,080
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,951
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 416
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 343
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 256
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 142
suspension bush has excessive free play 141
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R496 SCU is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty 125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Liberty 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 11,356 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 125 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 SCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Liberty 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Piaggio Liberty 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R496 SCU?

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What year was R496 SCU registered?

R496 SCU is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty 125, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R496 SCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 SCU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R496 SCU have outstanding finance?

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