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HW09 BFE

2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,303 mi
Last recorded19,303 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 508,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 BFE
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 19,303 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2016 19,303 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 17,803 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,121 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake travel

Fail 1 Apr 2014 17,092 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake travel

Pass 14 Mar 2013 14,900 miles

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 29 Mar 2012 11,345 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 8,759 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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HW09 BFE is a 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 8,820 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 HW09 BFE, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW09 BFE registered?

HW09 BFE is a 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 22 April 2009.

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