Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs
MotorcycleFrom 556 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, caused 14 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 14 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 10 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 7 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 7 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.3% of Liberty 125 Abs failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released |
Typical mileage
Half of all Liberty 125 Abss tested had between 8,430 and 32,340 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,197 median miles, the Liberty 125 Abs has 0.084 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Piaggio models
| Piaggio Vespa | 88.4% |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% |
| Piaggio Mp3 | 88.5% |
| Piaggio Liberty 125 | 80.1% |
| Piaggio Px 125 (Vespa) | 88.3% |
Common questions
What is the Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs has a 82.2% MOT pass rate based on 556 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs is a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, which caused 14 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Liberty 125 Abs is 21,197 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,430 and 32,340 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.