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DX03 VFS

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,803 mi
Last recorded10,803 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 VFS
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2011 10,803 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 10,616 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 8,954 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 8,918 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 6,758 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,048 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 4,488 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,434 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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DX03 VFS is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX03 VFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX03 VFS?

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What year was DX03 VFS registered?

DX03 VFS is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is DX03 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 VFS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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