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FX53 NCU

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,529 mi
Last recorded28,529 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 NCU
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2014 28,529 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,726 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,621 miles

Rear Tyre has a nail in the breadth of the tread pattern

Fail 16 Apr 2012 22,574 miles

Nearside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Tyre has a nail in the breadth of the tread pattern

Pass 12 Apr 2011 18,330 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2011 18,329 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Jul 2007 11,433 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 11,433 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 3,831 miles

Front Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 3,831 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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FX53 NCU is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 11,726 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 FX53 NCU, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX53 NCU registered?

FX53 NCU is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is FX53 NCU safe to buy?

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