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R978 WOY

1997 Piaggio Liberty

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,289 mi
Last recorded17,289 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Liberty9,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 WOY
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 17,289 miles

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 16,512 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened both fork legs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 15,629 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 15,372 miles

rear suspension is stiff .

Pass 20 Apr 2015 15,064 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 14,656 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 14,548 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 13,248 miles

rear brake lever slightly loose

Pass 15 Apr 2011 12,148 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,911 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 10,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,892 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 8,673 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,609 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 6,235 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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R978 WOY is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R978 WOY, 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 R978 WOY registered?

R978 WOY is a 1997 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R978 WOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R978 WOY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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