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M949 GAT

1994 Piaggio Typhoon

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,293 mi
Last recorded29,293 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 Piaggio Typhoon12,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM949 GAT
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 29,293 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 24,150 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

nearside plastic sidepanal cracked

Pass 23 Jul 2007 24,116 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 24,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 24,105 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Horn not working 11
Direction indicator not working 11
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M949 GAT is a 1994 Piaggio Typhoon in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Piaggio Typhoon models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,250 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M949 GAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M949 GAT registered?

M949 GAT is a 1994 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 10 September 1994.

Is M949 GAT safe to buy?

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