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LX05 FZB

2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,990 mi
Last recorded12,990 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 5010,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 FZB
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 12,990 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 10,542 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 10,452 miles

Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 7,695 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 7,695 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 3,204 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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LX05 FZB is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 10,967 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 LX05 FZB, 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 21 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 LX05 FZB registered?

LX05 FZB is a 2005 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 9 May 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 FZB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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