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13,704 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Horn missing (1.7.1)
Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
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P559 TAD is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.
Across all 1996 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 9,074 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 P559 TAD, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P559 TAD registered?
P559 TAD is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 15 August 1996.
Is P559 TAD safe to buy?
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