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FY02 VRK

2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,153 mi
Last recorded29,153 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 VRK
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2016 29,153 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 25,734 miles

Sidecar suspension movement is slightly stiff Front suspension (5.2.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 25,713 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 Jun 2014 23,013 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 21,778 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 21,775 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 19,098 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 17,430 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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FY02 VRK is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 10,651 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 FY02 VRK, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FY02 VRK registered?

FY02 VRK is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is FY02 VRK safe to buy?

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