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BL03 NZK

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 NZK
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2023

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 May 2023

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 6,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 May 2022 6,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2016 6,186 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 17,693 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and tyre out of shape (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake lever mounting insecure broken and not working (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front indicator lens missing

oil warning light on

speedo not connected

the stand not working correctly

throttle cable not secured to the bike underneath

Pass 13 Jul 2015 17,693 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,769 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,354 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 14,393 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 13,954 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 20 Jan 2009 12,533 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 10,827 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 8 May 2006 7,414 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?

Based on 17,700 MOT tests across 3,745 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
976
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 365
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 342
Direction indicator not working 311
Tyre tread not clearly visible 301
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 294
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BL03 NZK is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 10,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon 50 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL03 NZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BL03 NZK is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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