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GX54 FHW

2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

22,298 mi
Last recorded22,298 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 5011,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 FHW
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,298 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 27,971 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 27,960 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear 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)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 24,204 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 24,204 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 13,193 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 13,193 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,435 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 12,435 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 11,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 11,649 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 10,158 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 10,158 miles

Front position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,698 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 9,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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GX54 FHW is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 GX54 FHW, 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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GX54 FHW is a 2004 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 4 October 2004.

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