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P473 ECE

2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,059 mi
Last recorded20,059 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 508,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP473 ECE
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 20,059 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 19,692 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 19,548 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 16,733 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 16,733 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced incorrect bulb (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 17,651 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,400 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 17,392 miles

Offside rear indicator lens cracked.

Pass 14 Aug 2013 17,346 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 16,793 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 16,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Nov 2009 16,598 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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P473 ECE is a 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 8,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P473 ECE, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P473 ECE registered?

P473 ECE is a 2009 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 16 November 2009.

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The MOT history for P473 ECE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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