MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,530 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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rear mudguard plastic shield securing stud missing
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
Based on 17,700 MOT tests across 3,745 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P948 PFB is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 P948 PFB, 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 P948 PFB registered?
P948 PFB is a 1996 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 30 December 1996.
Is P948 PFB safe to buy?
The MOT history for P948 PFB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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