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R766 MRX

1997 Piaggio Liberty

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,496 mi
Last recorded26,496 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 MRX
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 26,496 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no mainstand fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2016 26,496 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking mainstand not returning (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jan 2015 26,135 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 23,079 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 23,079 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 19,138 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,305 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 17,157 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 17,157 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 16,142 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 14,937 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 14,937 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 2 Jan 2007 13,665 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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R766 MRX is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R766 MRX, 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 R766 MRX registered?

R766 MRX is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 14 August 1997.

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