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FN03 ELU

2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,770 mi
Last recorded5,770 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 ELU
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 5,770 miles

no high beam to test

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 5,770 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Spotlight conversion (No adjustment/no dipped cutoff) (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All (4.4.4 (a))

Insecure body panels

Pass 5 May 2017 5,770 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 2,536 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 2,505 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 2,345 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 2,270 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 2,252 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,214 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 2,185 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 1,966 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 1,801 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 1,460 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 1,232 miles

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

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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FN03 ELU is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN03 ELU, 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 FN03 ELU registered?

FN03 ELU is a 2003 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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