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BX61 VBZ

2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,494 mi
Last recorded17,494 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY1112,658 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 VBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125 MY11
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 17,494 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 15 May 2025 17,494 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements due to L Plate (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 14,688 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 7 May 2024 14,687 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Drum brake adjustment close to limit

Pass 7 Sep 2021 14,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Aug 2021 14,253 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

2 bolts missing from front mudguard

Pass 29 May 2020 11,462 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 9,344 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 8,359 miles

Both fork stanchions have slight corrosion /pitting

Pass 29 Oct 2015 6,357 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 6,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 4,847 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11?

Based on 1,375 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
1,793
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 16
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 15
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BX61 VBZ is a 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 12,658 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 Typhoon 125 MY11 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX61 VBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX61 VBZ registered?

BX61 VBZ is a 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11, first registered on 17 January 2012.

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