Piaggio Typhoon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Piaggio Typhoon car check
Is the Piaggio Typhoon reliable? We analysed 849 real MOT tests across 185 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio Typhoon is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. and steering headbearing has excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Typhoon.
Piaggio Typhoon Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio Typhoon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio Typhoon MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio Typhoon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio Typhoon Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio Typhoon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio Typhoon Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio Typhoon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio Typhoon MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Typhoon year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 80 | 80.0% | 11,574 | 16,738 | 19,892 |
| 2011 | 127 | 80.3% | 8,876 | 16,105 | 19,192 |
| 2000 | 62 | 80.6% | 6,851 | 8,872 | 18,430 |
| 1999 | 53 | 75.5% | 5,799 | 11,318 | 17,833 |
| 1996 | 66 | 69.7% | 8,117 | 13,208 | 16,110 |
| 1995 | 148 | 77.0% | 5,048 | 10,948 | 14,476 |
| 1994 | 107 | 81.3% | 6,661 | 12,250 | 17,448 |
How Long Does a Piaggio Typhoon Last?
Based on 185 Piaggio Typhoon vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio Typhoon Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Typhoon MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio Typhoon
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.3% MOT pass rate from 107 tests
69.7% MOT pass rate from 66 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio Typhoon is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.3% across 107 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio Typhoon Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio Typhoon THIS CAR | 78.2% | 849 | 12,366 mi | 32 yrs |
| Piaggio Vespa | 83.8% | 355,016 | 10,772 mi | 30 yrs |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% | 101,622 | 9,391 mi | 29 yrs |
| Piaggio Nrg | 72.9% | 52,129 | 10,153 mi | 27 yrs |
| Honda Cb 125 Td-c | 72.1% | 340 | 23,913 mi | 44 yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Typhoon sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Piaggio TyphoonShould you buy a used Piaggio Typhoon?
The Piaggio Typhoon has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.2% across 849 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Piaggio Typhoon are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (19 recorded failures), suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (13), and steering headbearing has excessive free play (12). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Piaggio Typhoon owner drives around 328 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Piaggio Typhoon models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.