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N178 MUH

1995 Piaggio Typhoon

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

12,368 mi
Last recorded12,368 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Typhoon10,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN178 MUH
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 12,368 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 12,368 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 12,368 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 12,368 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 12,368 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 12,368 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 12,368 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 12,367 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 12,367 miles

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 12,367 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2017 12,367 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2016 12,367 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 12,368 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 12,366 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 12,369 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 12,369 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,367 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,368 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,360 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 12,360 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 12,173 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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N178 MUH is a 1995 Piaggio Typhoon in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1995 Piaggio Typhoon models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 10,948 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 N178 MUH, 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 31 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N178 MUH registered?

N178 MUH is a 1995 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N178 MUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N178 MUH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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