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P617 MRH

1996 Piaggio Typhoon

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,687 mi
Last recorded19,687 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2006
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Typhoon13,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP617 MRH
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2006 19,687 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 19,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P617 MRH is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Typhoon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 13,208 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 P617 MRH, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P617 MRH registered?

P617 MRH is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P617 MRH safe to buy?

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