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R155 DBP

1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,026 mi
Last recorded14,026 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 509,405 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 DBP
MakePiaggio
ModelTyphoon 50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 14,026 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 14,025 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired insecure (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 12,936 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 16,336 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 9,769 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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R155 DBP is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 9,405 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 R155 DBP, 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 29 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 R155 DBP registered?

R155 DBP is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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