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R121 MGT

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80

Red Petrol 75cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,938 mi
Last recorded4,938 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 808,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 MGT
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 80
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine75cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 4,938 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 4,938 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2012 3,745 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

slight fairing damage.

Pass 16 Oct 2012 3,745 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

slight fairing damage.

How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 80?

Based on 531 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
357
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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R121 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80 in Red with a 75cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 8,385 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 80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R121 MGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Typhoon 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Piaggio Typhoon 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R121 MGT registered?

R121 MGT is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 80, first registered on 24 November 1997.

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