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R658 SLK

1997 Piaggio Liberty

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

3,230 mi
Last recorded3,230 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 SLK
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 3,230 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 2,599 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 6 Dec 2017 2,599 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 2,284 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 1,882 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 1,478 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 1,032 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 1,032 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 978 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 978 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 940 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 840 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 776 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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R658 SLK is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R658 SLK, 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 R658 SLK registered?

R658 SLK is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R658 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R658 SLK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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