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GN54 HNL

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,567 mi
Last recorded24,567 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 HNL
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2015 24,567 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 23,654 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2012 20,441 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 16,250 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 14,003 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 11,283 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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GN54 HNL is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GN54 HNL, 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 GN54 HNL registered?

GN54 HNL is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 15 October 2004.

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