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FY52 KRJ

2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

29,341 mi
Last recorded29,341 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 KRJ
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 29,341 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 29,195 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 28,870 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 28,170 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 27,753 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 27,338 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 27,070 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 26,939 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 26,817 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 26,627 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 26,537 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 24,609 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 24,609 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 22,784 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 22,784 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 20,918 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 20,492 miles

Tyres showing signs of perishing.

Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,419 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 18,419 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,771 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 14,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 14,858 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 12,517 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 12,517 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2007 10,306 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 8,762 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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FY52 KRJ is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 FY52 KRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY52 KRJ registered?

FY52 KRJ is a 2002 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is FY52 KRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 KRJ shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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