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S854 UMY

1998 Piaggio Liberty

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,157 mi
Last recorded19,157 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Liberty7,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 UMY
MakePiaggio
ModelLiberty
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 19,157 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Very (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 19,155 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,147 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,145 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 19,105 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 19,103 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested dipped beam not tested for aim as not working (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 19,068 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 19,036 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 19,021 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 19,019 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 19,014 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 19,008 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 18,988 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 18,988 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 18,971 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 18,694 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,694 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,959 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,945 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 16,706 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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S854 UMY is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 S854 UMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S854 UMY registered?

S854 UMY is a 1998 Piaggio Liberty, first registered on 17 October 1998.

Is S854 UMY safe to buy?

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