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RK04 BYF

2004 Piaggio Liberty

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

16,702 mi
Last recorded16,702 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Liberty11,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 BYF
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 16,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 16,702 miles

Battery held in with cable ties.

Front Mud Guard damaged.

Pass 29 Nov 2023 16,702 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 15,725 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 15,685 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 15,641 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 15,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 15,561 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 15,561 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2014 15,202 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 15,202 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2013 14,067 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,764 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,546 miles

Front tyre perished

Indicator switch worn

Rear tyre perished

Fail 12 May 2011 11,546 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front tyre perished

Indicator switch worn

Rear tyre perished

Pass 20 Apr 2010 7,992 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 7,992 miles

Front brake leaver slightly stiff operation

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 7,992 miles

Front brake leaver slightly stiff operation

Pass 1 Aug 2007 7,965 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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RK04 BYF is a 2004 Piaggio Liberty in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 11,396 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 RK04 BYF, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK04 BYF registered?

RK04 BYF is a 2004 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is RK04 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK04 BYF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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