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S583 EGJ

1998 Piaggio Liberty

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

8,384 mi
Last recorded8,384 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty7,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS583 EGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 8,384 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 8,384 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Fail 15 Dec 2012 5,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 15 Dec 2012 5,007 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 4,988 miles

front mudguard broken

Pass 19 Apr 2007 4,735 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 4,735 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 4,730 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 4,730 miles

Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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S583 EGJ is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Liberty models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 7,601 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 S583 EGJ, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Liberty is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S583 EGJ registered?

S583 EGJ is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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