CarVerify

Free Car Check

P103 WYJ

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Purple Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,400 mi
Last recorded8,400 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 509,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 WYJ
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 8,400 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 5,695 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 5,691 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 5,691 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 5,643 miles

both tyres slightly cracked and dated 1996

Pass 30 Jul 2020 5,633 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 5,615 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 5,595 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 5,556 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 5,556 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 5,509 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 5,496 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 5,496 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 5,432 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 5,432 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2010 5,397 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 5,371 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 May 2009 5,371 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 5,287 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 5,131 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
Full Piaggio Typhoon 50 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P103 WYJ is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 9,405 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 P103 WYJ, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P103 WYJ?

You can check the full history of P103 WYJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P103 WYJ registered?

P103 WYJ is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P103 WYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P103 WYJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P103 WYJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P103 WYJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.