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FH52 FLM

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

37,412 mi
Last recorded37,412 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 FLM
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 37,412 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 37,304 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front speedo cable touches front wheel

Pass 2 Sep 2015 34,243 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 34,243 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light Bulb is not bright enough. (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Jul 2015 34,237 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Handlebars slightly bent.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 32,442 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 30,028 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 30,004 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 19 Mar 2013 29,945 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 27,535 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 26,410 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 26,409 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 17,236 miles

both tyres worn

Pass 12 Feb 2008 14,469 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 14,456 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jan 2007 11,438 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 6,342 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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FH52 FLM is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FH52 FLM, 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 FH52 FLM registered?

FH52 FLM is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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