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DX03 VGL

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,535 mi
Last recorded28,535 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 VGL
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2015 28,535 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey silencer (7.1.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged center stand hangs low could cause road contact when cornering (6.1.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 27,425 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

center stand worn

Fail 11 Nov 2014 27,425 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

center stand worn

Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,375 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 23,375 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 20,700 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,952 miles

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 13 Aug 2011 17,890 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 15,432 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 15,384 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 11,238 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 11,238 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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 VGL is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VGL, 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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DX03 VGL is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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