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LJ61 GKU

2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,915 mi
Last recorded10,915 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY1112,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 GKU
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 125 MY11
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 10,915 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

No mirrors at time of test

Pass 7 Feb 2015 10,915 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2015 10,915 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

exhaust heat shield insecure

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11?

Based on 1,375 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
1,793
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
suspension bush has excessive free play 16
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 15
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LJ61 GKU is a 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 12,658 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 125 MY11 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ61 GKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ61 GKU is a 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 MY11, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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