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DF03 KNE

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

10,923 mi
Last recorded10,923 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 KNE
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 10,923 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 10,923 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,336 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 10,017 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2012 10,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 9,074 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 7,281 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 7,005 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 6,998 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 6,156 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 6,156 miles

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

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

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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DF03 KNE is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF03 KNE, 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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What year was DF03 KNE registered?

DF03 KNE is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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The MOT history for DF03 KNE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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