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EX52 XWB

2002 Piaggio Typhoon 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,299 mi
Last recorded16,299 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 12511,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 XWB
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 16,299 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,113 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 16,074 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 15,007 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 2,078 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 2,078 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 2,078 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 1,680 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 125?

Based on 12,462 MOT tests across 2,869 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
818
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 350
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 216
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 200
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 197
suspension bush has excessive free play 181
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EX52 XWB is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 11,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Typhoon 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX52 XWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EX52 XWB registered?

EX52 XWB is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 125, first registered on 17 December 2002.

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