MOT Status
Mileage
20,573 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS
Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
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R170 VBM is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 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 R170 VBM, 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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R170 VBM is a 1997 Piaggio Typhoon 50, first registered on 1 September 1997.
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